Balsamic Strawberries Not Heated
Delight your taste buds with this quick and refreshing recipe for Balsamic Strawberries Not Heated—an elegant no-cook dessert bursting with sweet and tangy flavors. Juicy, ripe strawberries are lightly macerated with granulated sugar to enhance their natural sweetness before being elevated with a drizzle of rich balsamic vinegar. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no heating required, this dish preserves the berries' vibrant freshness while creating a luscious syrup that's perfect for drizzling. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh mint for a bright, herbal note (optional but highly recommended!). Serve these balsamic strawberries as a standalone treat, or use them to elevate vanilla ice cream, creamy yogurt, or a slice of pound cake into a sensational dessert. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light, elegant finish to any meal, this recipe is as simple as it is sophisticated.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Hull the strawberries by removing the green tops, then slice them into halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Place the sliced strawberries in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Sprinkle the granulated sugar over the strawberries and gently toss them to evenly coat. Let them sit for 5 minutes to release their natural juices.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the sugared strawberries and toss again to evenly combine.
Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
If using, finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the strawberries just before serving.
Serve immediately as is, or use as a topping for vanilla ice cream, yogurt, or pound cake.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.7 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 771 mg | 16% | |
*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.
