Strawberry Caprese Salad
Cuisine: Salad Recipe
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Serves: 4-6 servings
 
Ingredients
Candied Pecans
  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. brown sugar
  • ½ tsp. cinnamon
  • ½ tsp. salt
Salad
  • 4-6 handfuls arugula
  • ¾ cup fresh basil, sliced into ribbons
  • 8 oz. mini fresh mozzarella balls or 8 oz. cubed fresh mozzarella
  • 1 cup chopped or sliced strawberries
  • 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place pecans on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Use your hands to toss to coat, then toast in the oven for 10-12 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, assemble the salad. In a large bowl, toss the basil and arugula together. Add the fresh mozzarella and strawberries.
  3. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Add a few pinches of salt and freshly ground black pepper, then toss to combine.
  4. Top with candied pecans and serve. Enjoy!
Recipe by For the Love of Gourmet at https://fortheloveofgourmet.com/strawberry-caprese-salad/