Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread is an easy recipe with lots of sweet and savory flavors. Fresh strawberries and basil on top crispy baked flatbread. The perfect summer appetizer, snack, or meal!
I'm all about simple, healthy food recipes, especially when entertaining and definitely when it's nice outside. Serving guests delicious recipes with fresh ingredients is the perfect way to make them feel at home. That's why I love this recipe for Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread.
It always gets rave reviews - guests always flip for its flavor!
Easy Summer Appetizers are definitely something I look forward to each year out on the patio! My husband and I love serving finger foods like deviled eggs, chicken tostadas, and more to friends while enjoying the weather outside.
This Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread with Mozzarella comes together in about 10 minutes but tastes amazing with ripe strawberries marinated in balsamic vinegar. We often serve this recipe and my Easy Homemade Hummus when we need some quick and healthy appetizers. Yum-mo!
Serve this flatbread throughout the summer since it's light and pairs well with other appetizers, drinks, or snacks.
Sometimes, I make it for lunch because it's so simple and not too filling. It's like a little Strawberry Balsamic Pizza!
Ingredients for Strawberry Flatbread
This appetizer recipe using strawberries is so darn simple.
- Flatbread - either regular or whole wheat flatbread.
- Mozzarella - shredded is best.
- Fresh Strawberries - washed and dried. Then, cut into slices.
- Balsamic Vinegar - good quality vinegar is best.
- Freas Basil - cut in thin slices.
- Chicken - an optional topping if you want a little protein. Just shred or chop it.
Tips & Tricks
- To make the Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread as healthy as possible, use whole wheat flatbread, but it's great with regular as well.
- If you want to add cooked chicken to your recipe, shred or chop roasted chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to your flatbread when you add the strawberries. Using roasted chicken from the store is the perfect hack!
- A fancy little trick is to chiffonade fresh basil. (I love saying that word; it's so pretty!) This is accomplished by stacking the basil leaves, rolling them tightly, then slicing the leaves perpendicular to the roll into tiny strips with a sharp knife. The delicate strips remain bright green and full of flavor. Plus, they look beautiful when incorporated into your spring and summer dishes!
- Using the best aged balsamic vinegar you can find makes a huge difference. The flavor is rich and elevates any dish. We can really taste the difference. Inexpensive balsamic vinegar just doesn't measure up.
- You can make your strawberry marinade ahead of time and then assemble it right before you want to serve.
- This recipe is best served right after it's made.
Other Strawberry Recipes
Variations for Strawberry Flatbread
The variations for this recipe are endless.
- You can add sweet onions to the marinade.
- Top with any variety of cheese. A little soft goat cheese or brie would be wonderful.
- Top with fresh mint instead of basil.
- Add roasted chicken. It's excellent!
How to Store
Your flatbread recipe is best eaten after you make it. However, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container for a day or so.
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Printable Recipe
Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread Recipe
Equipment
- Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 flatbreads
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup sliced strawberries
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- Prep: Wash and slice strawberries. Slice or chiffonade basil leaves.
- Marinate: Place strawberries, basil, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl to marinate while you prepare the flatbread.
- Add Cheese and Broil: Place ¼ cup of mozzarella on each flatbread. Broil in the oven until slightly brown. Let cool for a few minutes.
- Assemble Remaining Ingredients: Place the marinated strawberries and basil on top of the flatbread. If desired, add more basil for a garnish.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
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My recipe originally appeared on Somewhat Simple
Can you believe how easy that is? An effortless appetizer or light lunch recipe that's tasty, healthy, and looks gorgeous on your table. What better way to enjoy summer entertaining and fresh strawberries?
Erin Henry says
Easy recipe!
Aimee Shugarman says
This was SO GOOD. And so easy. My kids devoured it, which is a good sign 🙂
Erin Henry says
Yay! So glad to hear your kiddos enjoyed it too! It's such a simple recipe!
Natalie says
These flavors combined are amazing!! I have a feeling we will be making this quite a bit! So good!
Erin Henry says
It's the perfect summer appetizer or when you want something lite for dinner!
Lily says
I added this to a charcuterie board and everyone adored it, the colors and flavors were the perfect addition to the board.
Erin Henry says
What a great idea, Lily! We might have to steal that one 🙂
Sue R. says
I made the Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread for a girls' wine night. It was delicious and so easy to make! Great addition for any party!
Erin says
Yes! Girls night is perfect for this tasty little app! Glad the girls liked it!
Emilyjackson says
OMG! this trawberry fatbread look so refreshing, simple & yummy!!
Erin says
Yes, Emily, so tasty and refreshing. An easy recipe too, so perfect for last minute guests.
Rebecca says
Looks amazing!!
Erin says
Ahh, thanks, Rebecca! It's a good recipe that always gets rave reviews! Enjoy!