Equipment
Mixing bowl
or Large container
Serving dish
Ingredients
4 servings
Main
- 950 g strawberries, rinsed, hulled, and sliced
- 240 g blackberries, fresh
- 60 g sugar
- 5 ml balsamic vinegar
- ⅝ g black pepper, freshly ground
- mint, chopped
Nutrition (per serving)
162
Calories
2g
Protein
39g
Carbs
1g
Fat
8g
Fiber
30g
Sugar
4mg
Sodium
Method
01
Place the sliced strawberries and optional blackberries or blueberries into a mixing bowl.
02
Add the sugar to the berries and toss gently with a spoon to coat the fruit evenly.
03
Allow the fruit to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the sugar to draw out the juices.
10mLook for: A syrupy liquid should begin to pool at the bottom of the bowl.
04
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the macerated fruit and toss gently to incorporate.
05
Sprinkle the ground black pepper over the mixture and toss one final time.
06
Transfer the fruit to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh mint if desired.
Chef's Notes
- For the best flavor, use a balsamic vinegar of Modena that is slightly thick and syrupy.
- The black pepper enhances the floral notes of the strawberries without making the dish spicy.
Storage
Refrigerator: 24 hours — Strawberries will release significant moisture and soften over time.
