Strawberries and Mozzarella with Mint Pesto Drizzle

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Prep Time: 
20 minutes
Number of Servings: 
Serves 6
Recipe Source: 

The North Carolina Strawberry Project, a partnership of North Carolina State and Johnson & Wales Universities

Ingredients

  • 1 lb strawberries, sliced
  • 1 oz sugar
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 oz mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup almonds, sliced
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar, divided
  • Mint leaves for garnish

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the strawberries and sugar. Cover and set aside.
  2. To create the Mint Pesto Drizzle, combine the olive oil, mint leaves, almonds, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a food processor. Process until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Divide mozzarella into 6 equal portions. Place 1 portion of mozzarella slices (overlapping) on each of 6 serving plates. Spoon 1/2 cup of the sugared strawberries on each plate around and over the cheese. Spoon 1/2 teaspoon of the balsamic vinegar and 1 to 2 tablespoons of the Mint Pesto Drizzle over the cheese and strawberries on each plate.
  4. Garnish with mint leaves. Serve.