Summertime Caprese Salad

Summertime Caprese Salad

Serving Size: 2
Each serving contains: 2 proteins, 1 carb, 2 veg, 1 fat

Ingredients:

• 4 oz Mini Mozzarella Balls, halved
• ¼ Cup Balsamic Vinegar
• 1 Cup Strawberries, sliced
• 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
• 1 Cup Avocado, diced
• 1 Cup Cucumbers, diced
• 6 tbsp Sunflower Seeds
• 1/3 Cup Basil, loosely packed and torn
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil, for drizzling|
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a small saucepan, bring the balsamic vinegar to a high simmer over medium-low heat. Stir then reduce the heat to low and simmer until the vinegar is thick and reduced by half. This usually takes about 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool down.
2. Place the strawberries, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, avocado, sunflower seeds and basil in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Gently toss. Drizzle with reduced balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.

Photo Credit - Toni Huber