Balsamic Strawberries
Transform your everyday dessert game with the vibrant and sophisticated flavors of Balsamic Strawberries. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh, juicy strawberries with a luscious balsamic glaze infused with a hint of vanilla and a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, these marinated strawberries develop a rich, tangy-sweet flavor profile that deepens as they sit. Optional fresh mint leaves add a refreshing, aromatic finish, making this dish perfect for serving on its own or paired with creamy vanilla ice cream, velvety Greek yogurt, or buttery pound cake. With no cooking required, this crowd-pleaser is a simple yet elegant dessert that’s sure to impress. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick indulgent treat, Balsamic Strawberries are your go-to recipe for effortless sophistication.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar starts to dissolve.
Pour the balsamic mixture over the strawberries and toss gently to coat all the berries evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let the strawberries marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a stronger flavor.
Before serving, gently toss the strawberries again to redistribute the syrup. If using fresh mint, chop the leaves finely and sprinkle them over the top for a fresh, aromatic garnish.
Serve the balsamic strawberries on their own or pair them with vanilla ice cream, Greek yogurt, or a slice of pound cake.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
