Strawberry & Cucumber Salad with Balsamic Dressing

"Strawberries macerated in balsamic vinegar are a traditional Italian dessert.  Balsamic vinegar has a mellow, aromatic flavor and a dash added to all kinds of salads and vegetable dishes enhances the taste."

 

1 cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeds removed and thinly sliced

8 oz strawberries, halved or quartered if large

Balsamic Dressing:

1 T balsamic vinegar

1 t coarse-grain mustard

1 t clear honey

3 T olive oil

pepper

Place the cucumber and the strawberries in a shallow bowl.

 

To make the dressing, put all the ingredients in a screw-top jar and shake well.

 

Taste the dressing for seasoning and adjust if necessary before pouring it over the cucumber and strawberries.  Toss lightly to coat and chill for 5-10 minutes before serving.

 

Serves 4-6

My Review

There's nothing quite like strawberries and balsamic vinegar together.  Balsamic vinegar makes a strawberry taste 10 times better!  This salad is delightful and beautiful!