Simple Balsamic Strawberries Recipe
Based on an Italian dish called Fragole all’aceto balsamico, this recipe uses a splash of balsamic vinegar and a drizzle of honey to draw out the sweet fruity goodness of fresh strawberries. Makes approximately 2 cups.
Servings 8
Calories 27kcal
Equipment
- sharp knife
- mixing bowl
- spoon
Ingredients
- 16 oz. fresh strawberries
- 1½ tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- ⅛ tsp salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste (Optional - I use 1/8-1/4 tsp)
Optional Garnishes
- fresh mint or fresh basil
Instructions
- Cut small strawberries in half and larger strawberries into quarters. Place them in a large bowl.
- Add honey, balsamic vinegar, and salt to the bowl and stir until the strawberries are well-coated.
- Let strawberries rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, stirring for about 30-45 seconds every ten minutes or so to encourage the strawberries to release some of their juices.
- When the strawberries are finished macerating, top them with freshly cracked pepper and/or fresh herbs like mint/basil if desired. Serve immediately and refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 27kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 89mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg