Melissa’s introduces balsamic glaze for salads and vegetables

Los Angeles, October 2026: Melissa’s BB #:111686 brings a rich finishing touch to everyday meals with its new Glaze with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, a versatile sauce that transforms everything from a classic caprese salad to a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Made in Modena, Italy, this deep, lustrous glaze delivers the sweet and tart flavor of balsamic vinegar with a smooth, luxurious mouthfeel. The result is something at once simple to use and stunning on the plate.

The glaze is made with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena I.G.P., a protected geographical indication identifying vinegar produced according to the designation’s requirements. It is produced by a fourth-generation, family-run company committed to traditional methods and strict quality standards.

“Balsamic Glaze is perfect for caprese salads and skewers,” says Robert Schueller, director of public relations at Melissa’s Produce, “but also bruschetta, flatbreads, pizza, and cheese boards.”

For retailers, merchandising the glaze alongside tomatoes and fresh basil creates an easy caprese salad display. Adding fresh mozzarella brings the ingredients together for a simple meal or appetizer.

Nearly black in color, it has an attractive sheen and a thick, smooth consistency. Its complex flavor profile offers notes of stone fruit, grape must, caramel, fig and molasses. Sweet, but never cloying, it can be drizzled straight from the bottle to give a simple dish a flavorful finish.

As cooler weather brings roasted vegetables and hearty meals to the table, the glaze offers an easy finishing touch for Brussels sprouts, butternut squash and roasted meats. It also works as a base for salad dressings and marinades, or as an unexpected finish for strawberries, fresh pears and even vanilla ice cream.

“It pairs so well with a range of Melissa’s products,” says Schueller. “Think our Steamed red and golden beets, Brussels sprouts, grilled asparagus, and salads topped with goat cheese.”

Melissa’s Glaze with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is available year-round. Contact your Melissa’s representative for product details and ordering information.

About Melissa’s Produce

Melissa’s Produce is a leading distributor of specialty fruits and vegetables, offering a wide variety of unique and exotic items to grocery stores and restaurants across the country. The company is committed to providing the freshest, highest-quality produce while continuously innovating and introducing new and exciting products to consumers.

Media contact: Robert Schueller, 800.588.0151, www.melissas.com