Strawberry-Cucumber Mint Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients

- 1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

1. Prepare the Strawberries and Cucumbers
Place the strawberries, cucumber slices, and chopped mint leaves in a large mixing bowl. Gently toss to combine, ensuring even distribution of ingredients. Set aside.

2. Make the Balsamic Glaze
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey. Stir continuously until the mixture begins to bubble. Continue simmering for about 5 minutes until the glaze thickens and reduces by half. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

3. Combine and Serve
Pour the slightly cooled balsamic glaze over the strawberry-cucumber mixture. Gently toss to ensure the ingredients are well coated in the glaze. Allow the flavors to meld for about 5 minutes.

4. Plate and Garnish
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish, spreading out the strawberries and cucumbers evenly. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.

5. Serve Immediately
Enjoy this dish as a refreshing and elegant starter or side dish for your dinner.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT10M
10 minutes

Total Time

- PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner Side Dish

Keywords

- Strawberry, Cucumber, Mint, Balsamic Glaze, Summer Dinner, Fresh Salad, Elegant Side Dish, Quick Recipe, Easy Cooking, Healthy Eating

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total: 250 calories

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