Best 8 Fresh Strawberries With Balsamic Vinegar And Basil Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our curated collection of fresh strawberry recipes, each highlighting the vibrant taste of this seasonal delight. From the classic combination of balsamic vinegar and basil to innovative pairings with champagne and black pepper, our recipes offer a delightful journey for your taste buds. Discover the perfect balance of sweet and tangy in our balsamic vinegar glazed strawberries, or elevate your salads with the zesty freshness of our strawberry and champagne vinaigrette. Treat yourself to a refreshing summer dessert with our no-bake strawberry cheesecake or tantalize your palate with the savory crunch of our strawberry and goat cheese bruschetta. With step-by-step instructions and inspiring food photography, these recipes are sure to make your culinary adventures a success.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC BASIL DAIQUIRI



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We like that Ted Allen's daiquiri is not overly sweet, but if you are a fan of a sweet daiquiri, you can add a drizzle of simple syrup.

Provided by Ted Allen

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup ice cubes
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
4 tablespoons light rum
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2 large fresh basil leaves plus 1 small sprig for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the ice cubes, strawberries, light rum, balsamic vinegar and basil leaves in the pitcher of a blender and blend until smooth and slushy. Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a small basil sprig.
  • Cook's Note: If your strawberries aren't very sweet, add up to 1/2 teaspoon superfine sugar.

STRAWBERRIES WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pints (8 cups) fresh strawberries, sliced thick
5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pints vanilla ice cream, for serving
Freshly grated lemon zest, for serving

Steps:

  • Thirty minutes to an hour before serving, combine the strawberries, balsamic vinegar, sugar, and pepper in a bowl. Set aside at room temperature.
  • Place a serving of the strawberries in a bowl with a scoop of ice cream on top and dust lightly with lemon zest.

BASIL CAKE WITH BALSAMIC STRAWBERRIES



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I developed this cake for an Easter party and it was beautiful! It was a refreshing new blend of flavors and now I use fresh herbs as often as I can when I making desserts! This cake sits well. You can serve the berries on the side as well.

Provided by jennifer macias

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
⅔ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Generously grease a fluted tube pan (such as a Bundt®).
  • Stir vegetable oil, eggs, and sour cream in a large bowl until thoroughly combined; stir in cake mix, instant vanilla pudding mix, and basil until batter is smooth.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake until the cake is lightly browned at the edges and a toothpick inserted into the thickest part of the cake comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Let cake cool in pan for 20 minutes before inverting to turn cake out onto rack to cool completely.
  • Stir balsamic vinegar with sugar in a saucepan and place over medium heat. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until vinegar syrup is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool syrup to room temperature.
  • Just before serving, stir strawberries with balsamic syrup in a bowl; spoon berries and syrup over the cake. Sprinkle cake with fresh mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.5 calories, Carbohydrate 75.4 g, Cholesterol 105.7 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 656.5 mg, Sugar 55.6 g

BALSAMIC STRAWBERRIES WITH RICOTTA CREAM



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     dessert

Time 2h17m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 (16-ounce) container strawberries, hulled and quartered
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons

Steps:

  • Put the ricotta cheese, honey and vanilla extract into the small bowl of a food processor and process until smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • In a small saucepan combine the vinegar and sugar and bring to a boil. Simmer over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Allow to cool completely.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the berries with the basil and the balsamic syrup.
  • Divide the cream among 4 cocktail glasses, top with the berry mixture and serve.
  • Excellent source of: Vitamin C, Manganese
  • Good source of: Protein, Vitamin K, Calcium, Phosphorus, Selenium

FRESH STRAWBERRIES WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR AND BASIL



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Provided by Michael Schlow

Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Strawberry     Summer     Healthy

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups balsamic vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces and loosely packed
10 cups strawberries, trimmed and halved (4 pounds whole berries)

Steps:

  • In large mixing bowl, stir together sugar, vinegar, honey, and pepper. Add basil and strawberries; toss to coat. Cover and chill at least 10 minutes and up to 1 1/2 hours. Serve chilled.

STRAWBERRIES WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pints strawberries
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Fresh mint, for garnish

Steps:

  • Wash the strawberries and drain. Trim and slice strawberries, and place in a cup or serving dish. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the strawberries. Serve with fresh mint leaves.

STRAWBERRIES WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar image

This is a unique, gourmet way to serve this fantastic summer fruit! The balsamic vinegar brings out the berries' beautiful color and truly enhances their flavor. Great served with a simple pound cake, over vanilla ice cream, or simply by themselves.

Provided by HOOLIE

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled and large berries cut in half
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place strawberries in a bowl. Drizzle vinegar over strawberries, and sprinkle with sugar. Stir gently to combine. Cover, and let sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour but not more than 4 hours. Just before serving, grind pepper over berries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 2.1 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

STRAWBERRIES WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, dessert, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 quart strawberries, rinsed, hulled and sliced
1/2 pint blackberries or blueberries, optional
1/4 cup sugar, or more to taste
1 teaspoon high-quality balsamic vinegar, or more to taste
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Chopped fresh mint leaves for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Toss strawberries and other berries, if using, with the 1/4 cup sugar, and let sit for 10 minutes or longer. Do not refrigerate.
  • Sprinkle with the vinegar; toss gently, then taste and add more sugar or vinegar if necessary. Sprinkle with the pepper, toss again, and serve, garnished with the mint, if you like. Spoon into a glass or bowl, and serve next to cookies or a piece of cake.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 71, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1 milligram, Sugar 14 grams

Tips:

  • To select the ripest, most flavorful strawberries, look for bright red berries with no green or white spots.
  • If possible, choose organic strawberries to avoid pesticides and other chemicals.
  • Wash the strawberries thoroughly before using them.
  • Use a balsamic vinegar that is at least 3 years old for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but it will not be as flavorful.
  • Serve the strawberries immediately after preparing them, while they are still fresh and juicy.

Conclusion:

This simple and refreshing recipe is a great way to enjoy fresh strawberries. The balsamic vinegar and basil add a nice tang and sweetness to the berries, making them a perfect snack or dessert. The recipe is also very easy to make, so it's perfect for busy weeknights or when you're short on time. So next time you have a craving for something sweet, try this recipe for Fresh Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar and Basil. You won't be disappointed!

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