Ingredients:

• ¹/₃ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 4 cups strawberries, sliced
• balsamic vinegar
• ¹/₂ cup fresh mint leaves
• mint sprigs, for garnish

Directions:

1. In a blender, combine olive oil and mint. Process until smooth. Place in a covered bowl.

2. Combine strawberries and sugar. Toss gently. Recipe can be made up to this point a day in advance.

3. To serve, place strawberries on individual plates. On each plate of strawberries, drizzle 2 tablespoons of the mint and oil mixture (Mint Drizzle) and 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar. Garnish with mint sprigs.