To make good use of these gorgeous red fruits, you have more than a few options at your disposal, including whipping up a recipe that makes an unexpected pairing — strawberries and vinegar! The result: a sweet and tangy sauce you can enjoy in a variety of dishes all throughout the warmer months of the year. The recipe below shows you how these two play together beautifully in the kitchen. And this sauce really is multipurpose: You can use it on top of a variety of fare, from yogurt and frozen yogurt to oatmeal, bruschetta, and even salad. A bonus if you’re watching your waistline: It’s low in calories. Here’s how to whip up this Roasted Balsamic Strawberry Sauce.

Ingredients

1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved2 tbsp pure maple syrup3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Directions

Nutrition per serving: 49 calories, 0g total fat (0g saturated fat), 1g protein, 12g carbohydrates, 1.5g fiber, 8.9g sugar (4g added sugar), 3mg sodium