Balsamic-Macerated Strawberries
Serves 4
A delicious accompaniment for your favorite dessert—or even breakfast! These berries are delicious with super creamy vanilla ice cream, our olive oil cake, or your favorite yogurt.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces strawberries (hulled and cut into quarters (about 2 cups))
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon aged balsamic vinegar (plus more to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Directions
- In a non-reactive bowl, toss strawberries, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar until well-combined.
- Set aside to macerate (soften) until a syrup forms at the bottom of bowl, at least 15 minutes. You may also refrigerate overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle berries with freshly ground black pepper and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. Toss and adjust to taste.
Nutrition
Amount Per Serving (based on 4 servings)- Calories: 30
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Carbohydrates: 7.0 g
- Fiber: 1.0 g
- Added Sugars: 0 g
- Sugar: 6.0 g
- Protein: 0 g