Balsamic Strawberry And Basil Salad Food

BALSAMIC-MACERATED STRAWBERRIES WITH BASIL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, gently toss the strawberries with the sugar and vinegar. Let sit at room temperature until the strawberries have released their juices but are not yet mushy, about 30 minutes. (Don't let the berries sit for more than 90 minutes, or they'll start to collapse.)
• Just before serving, stack the basil leaves on a cutting board and roll them vertically into a loose cigar shape. Using a sharp chef's knife, very thinly slice across the roll to make a fine chiffonade of basil.
• Portion the strawberries and their juices among four small bowls and scatter with the basil to garnish, or choose one of the serving suggestions below.
• Serve the strawberries over grilled or toasted pound cake. Garnish with a dollop of crème fraîche.
• Put the berries on split biscuits for shortcakes; top with whipped cream and scatter with the basil.
• Layer the berries with ice cream or yogurt for a parfait. Garnish with the basil.
• Spoon the strawberries over a poached or roasted peach half.
• Use the berries as a filling for crêpes or a topping for waffles.
• Mash the berries slightly and fold into whipped creamm for a quick fool. Garnish with the basil.

STRAWBERRY-BASIL SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper in a large bowl; stir well with a whisk.
• Add romaine lettuce, strawberries, onion and basil.
• Toss to coat.

STRAWBERRY AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl whisk together the oil, vinegar salt and pepper. Place the lettuce in a large bowl and toss with half the dressing. Place the lettuce onto 4 salad plates.
• Toss the strawberries with the remaining dressing and place 1/4 of the berries on top of each mound of lettuce. Top each with cheese and sprinkle with the basil.

SPINACH SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND BASIL

Steps:

• Chop the shallot and put it in a small bowl. Add the vinegar, sugar and lemon juice and set aside.
• Meanwhile, hull the strawberries and cut them in half. Transfer to a serving bowl along with the spinach and basil.
• Whisk the EVOO into the vinegar mixture and season with salt and pepper. Toss the salad with the dressing and season with salt and pepper.

STRAWBERRY, CUCUMBER, AND BASIL SALAD

Steps:

• Peel and seed cucumbers; halve lengthwise, and slice thin.
• Combine strawberries, basil, vinegar, and sugar. Toss to coat and chill for 1 hour.
• Combine cucumbers and lemon juice; toss to coat.
• After chilling, add cucumber mixture, salt, and pepper to strawberry mixture. Gently toss to combine, and serve immediately.

FRESH STRAWBERRIES WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR AND BASIL

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.

EMILY'S STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC SALAD

Steps:

• To make the dressing, place the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, shallot, garlic, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a mini food processor. Pulse until blended. Slowly pour in the olive oil, and pulse again until thoroughly blended. Set aside or refrigerate until needed.
• Divide lettuce between 6 serving plates, and top with red onion, almonds, strawberries, and feta cheese. Serve dressing on the side.