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Strawberry Salsa with Balsamic and Herbs

Delicious Strawberry Salsa with Balsamic and Herbs for Summer

This Strawberry Salsa with Balsamic and Herbs is a refreshing summer dish bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Macerating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salsa
  • 2 cups ripe strawberries washed and hulled
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar adjust if strawberries are sweet
  • 1-3 tablespoons light brown sugar adjust based on sweetness of strawberries
  • to taste cracked black pepper adds a hint of heat
  • 1 handful fresh basil finely chopped
  • 1 handful fresh mint finely chopped
Optional Toppings
  • pita chips for dipping
  • crostini with mascarpone
  • grilled chicken or fish to drizzle salsa over

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and hull 2 cups of ripe strawberries, then dice them into small pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Sprinkle in 1-3 tablespoons of light brown sugar, and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar. Add cracked black pepper to taste and toss gently.
  3. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit for about 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Finely chop a handful of fresh basil and mint, then fold into the strawberry mixture.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 0.5gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Enjoy your Strawberry Salsa immediately for optimal freshness and flavor balance.

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