strawberries Archives - Jackie Newgent

grilled balsamic strawberries with whipped vanilla cashew pudding

by Jackie Newgent | July 19, 2026 | 1 Comment

So, this might be my favorite way to eat strawberries right now! In my grilled balsamic strawberries with whipped vanilla cashew pudding dessert, I take peak-season berries and give them a deserving upgrade. They’re tossed in balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and agave or coconut nectar, then grilled until they’re jammy and caramelized. Then they get spooned over a dreamy, creamy whipped vanilla cashew pudding that’s sooo creamy you’ll think there must be lots of rich dairy in it (spoiler: there isn’t any). It somehow feels indulgent and refreshing at the same time … sweet, tangy, warm, and cool, all in one bite.

balsamic-grilled strawberry & avocado salsa

by Jackie Newgent | July 31, 2025 | 1 Comment

Looking for a unique twist on summer salsa? This balsamic-grilled strawberry & avocado salsa is where smoky, sweet, and zesty collide. Fresh strawberries get brushed with olive oil and kissed with balsamic before hitting the grill, bringing out their rich, caramelized flavor. Combined with creamy avocado, fresh lime juice, and a hint of heat from jalapeño, this plant-based salsa is bursting with seasonal flair.

strawberries with double chocolate power sauce

by Jackie Newgent | April 1, 2024 | 1 Comment

Pouring chocolate sauce into a bowl surrounded by strawberries with Naked Pea protein in background

In the spring and summer, the duo of chocolate and strawberries is something I must have basically every week. This year is no exception, especially now that I’ve created this fun recipe of strawberries with double chocolate power sauce! (Note: This is a sponsored post)

strawberry-walnut pinwheel snacks

by Jackie Newgent | May 15, 2022 | 1 Comment

Tortilla roll ups – or pinwheels – were a 90s favorite snack. You may have enjoyed them filled with honey ham spread, cream cheese, and crushed pineapple – or with cream cheese and salsa. This upgraded, sweet-and-savory version — strawberry-walnut pinwheel snacks — features juicy California strawberries and crunchy California walnuts, along with Neufchatel, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, and microgreens. It’s simple to fix, yet looks kind of fancy.

chocolaty strawberry-walnut lollipops

by Jackie Newgent | May 13, 2022 | 1 Comment

several chocolate-strawberry “tootsie” lollipops on white marble top with walnuts in background

Biting into this inspired, nutrient-rich twist on “Tootsie Pops” will bring back sweet childhood memories. These Chocolaty Strawberry-Walnut Lollipops showcase fresh California strawberries filled with a delicious desserty center that’s based on a blend of California walnuts, cocoa, dates, vanilla, and a pinch of orange zest. And then, of course, it’s all enjoyed on lollipop sticks.