The 3 Best Strawberry Recipes

Tis’ the season for strawberries, so of course we’re here with all the strawberry recipes. If you’re anything like us, after the last few weeks, we’re simply dreaming about Wimbledon strawberries and cream. And whilst we can’t take you back in time and get you court side, we can provide some strawberry recipes that kick Wimbledon strawberries and cream right out the park. But one should never minimise strawberry recipes to a mere dessert. This delicious blog covers a moreish Pimm's and lemonade cocktail recipe, and the best of all hot smoked salmon recipes with strawberries and balsamic vinegar. Of course, finally, Wimbledon strawberries and cream, but better - take our word for it.

Hot Smoked Salmon Salad With Balsamic Strawberries

Although all hot smoked salmon recipes are undeniably delicious, combining them with strawberry recipes absolutely puts them on top. Strawberries and balsamic vinegar level up any summer salad, and once you try it, you may not want a salad without them again. This smoked salmon salad is so quick and easy to make, perfect for work lunches or meals alfresco.

What You'll Need:

• Pea shoots & leafy greens 
• Rocket 
• 200g hot smoked salmon - broken into flakes
• 200g strawberries - hulled and halved
• Balsamic vinegar
• 100g crumbled feta
• Zest of 1 lemon

• 3 tbsp olive oil 
• 2 tbsp white wine vinegar 
• 2 tsp wholegrain mustard 
• 2 tsp runny honey 
• Juice of half a lemon

How to:

1. Once your strawberries are prepared, cover them in balsamic vinegar and leave to marinade. Use enough to cover them, and stir occasionally to ensure they’re fully soaked. 
2. Add pea shoots, leafy greens and rocket to a bowl, smoked salmon in flakes, and the strawberries and balsamic and mix until fully combined. Crumble in ⅔ of the feta, leaving the last portion to crumble on top. 
3. Mix together the dressing ingredients in a separate bowl - olive oil, white wine vinegar, wholegrain mustard, honey and lemon juice. Once combined, add to your salad and mix through. 
4. Serve your salad onto a serving plate, bowl or board, crumble on top the remainder of the feta and add lemon zest to the top. 
5. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Pimm’s and Lemonade with a Twist

We all know and love Pimm’s. It’s the quintessentially British summer drink. But how do you make Pimm’s and lemonade taste even better? It’s extremely simple, and extremely delicious.

What You’ll Need:

• Pimm’s 
• Lemonade 
• Fruit garnish: Mint, Cucumber, Strawberries, and anything else you love!
• Elderflower cordial (50ml) 
• Prosecco (optional)

How to:

1. You can either make Pimm’s straight into a glass, or into a jug - or both. If using a glass, opt for a gin glass or a large wine glass, so you have plenty of room for fruit and garnish. 
2. Fill your glass or jug with ice, and a small handful of your fruit and mint garnish. 
3. The Pimm’s to lemonade ratio should be 1 Pimm’s, to 2 lemonade. If you’re using prosecco too, the ratio should be 1 Pimm’s, to 1 lemonade and 1 prosecco. Pour this straight into your glass/jug, and give it a stir. 
4. Add the elderflower cordial, and stir until fully combined. 
5. Add extra garnish to the top, and stir one final time. 
6. Pop in a straw and enjoy your fancy Pimm’s and lemonade!

The Ultimate Wimbledon Strawberries and Cream - Basil and Lemon Meringues

We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again, we simply cannot get Wimbledon strawberries and cream out of our heads. But without being centre court, Wimbledon strawberries and cream, is merely strawberries and cream. So, how to make them better? Add meringues of course. If you’re feeling fancy, put away those pre-made meringues, and make some yourself. It’s easy to do, and you can have fun with the flavours, such as our basil and lemon meringues.

What You'll Need:

• 125g fresh basil 
• Zest of 1 unwaxed lemon 
• 125g granulated sugar
• Egg whites from 3 eggs 
• Juice of 1 lemon

• Punnet of strawberries 
• Double cream 
• Handful of mint leaves

How to:

1. Preheat the oven to 105ºC, and line 2 large baking trays with parchment paper. 
2. Set a metal mixing bowl over a pot of simmering water. Empty the egg whites and lemon juice into the bowl and mix with an electric hand whisk on a medium-low speed for about 3 minutes, or until the egg begins to froth and expand. 
3. Add 3 tablespoons of sugar, and whisk on a medium speed for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the egg whites begin to stiffen. 
4. Add the final 3 tablespoons of sugar and whisk on medium for another 4 to 5 minutes, until the egg whites are stiff and forming a peak. 
5. Remove the metal bowl from the heat and set aside. 
6. Next, you will need a food processor or blender. Add the basil, lemon zest and 2 tablespoons of sugar and blitz until combined. Pour this mixture into your egg whites, and beat with the hand whisk for 2 to 3 more minutes until fully incorporated. 
7. Move the meringue into a piping mag, or a ziplock bag with a hole in the corner, and pipe onto the baking sheets into meringue shapes. 
8. Bake in the oven for 1 hour. Without opening the oven door, turn the oven off and leave the meringues to rest for at least another hour, but the longer the better. 
9. Crush up the meringues and serve with strawberries, mint and a drizzle of cream. Or of course, whatever tickles your fancy! 
10. Enjoy

Are you Ready to Take Advantage of Strawberry Season?

Now you have 3 wonderful strawberry recipes, it’s time to have some fun in the kitchen. Whether you’re just feeling a Pimm’s and lemonade in the sun, or a full main, dessert and drink filled with strawberry recipes, we hope you’re feeling inspired.