Strawberry Watermelon Caprese Salad
Strawberry Watermelon Caprese Salad is a nourishing, flavorful, summertime salad with fresh from the garden strawberries, watermelon, and basil.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 c. sliced fresh strawberries
- 3 c. cubed watermelon seedless or seeds removed
- 1/2 c. chopped fresh basil lightly packed
- 3/4 c. cubed fresh mozzarella
- 2 Tbsp. Mandarin Orange olive oil you can use plain extra virgin olive oil if desired
- 4 tsp. Lemongrass Mint Balsamic vinegar or plain white balsamic vinegar
- 1/8 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss together the sliced strawberries, watermelon, basil, and mozzarella.
- To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and pepper.
- For best results, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad immediately before serving and not before.
Notes
You may substitute extra virgin olive oil and plain white balsamic for the flavored varieties listed. Or make your own vinaigrette by adding orange peel and mint to the oil and vinegar.