Balsamic Strawberries with Ricotta Cream

Recipes
Written By Meg Moreta

Ingredients 

Serving size:
6

Nutrition Information:
166 calories,
8 g fat
5 g saturated fat
27 mg cholesterol
88 mg sodium
20% calcium daily value
17 gm carbohydrates
2 gm fiber
6 gm protein

  • 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

  • 3 ounces cream cheese

  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons of sugar

  • 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered

  • 1 tablespoon julienned fresh basil leaves

Instructions

In a medium bowl with an electric mixer, whip ricotta cheese, cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla. Divide into six serving dishes and chill. Combine vinegar and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture lightly coats a spoon. Cool completely. Toss strawberries with balsamic syrup. Evenly divide strawberries into each dish. Sprinkle basil on each; serve immediately.

Meg Moreta
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