6-Minute Strawberry-Balsamic Sauce
A tasty strawberry-balsamic reduction or syrup is made quickly and easily in the microwave in 6 minutes.
8
servings (2 tablespoons)
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups (225 g) frozen strawberries
- ¼ cup (63 g) balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar or 1 pkg sweetener - optional
Instructions
- Chop Strawberries: Cut 1-1/2 cups frozen strawberries into small pieces and place in a microwave-safe bowl (at least 1 quart-size).
- Add Vinegar + Sweetener: Stir in 1/4 cup balsamic vinegarand 1 tablespoon sugar or 1 pkg sweetener, if using.
- Microwave: Cook uncovered on full power for 6 minutes. Do not stir. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
Notes
- Sweetness: This sauce is less sweet than preserves. Taste after cooking and add more sugar, honey, or sweetener if desired.
- Serving Ideas: Spoon over yogurt, ice cream, pound cake, or waffles. Stir into salad dressing or muffin batter for extra flavor.
- Texture: The sauce thickens as it cools. For a chunkier texture, leave berries in larger pieces; for smoother sauce, chop finely before cooking.
Nutritional Information
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 16kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 23mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg