Description
These Caprese Skewers are a delightful and easy appetizer that brings together the classic combination of tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze in a fun, bite-sized form.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 16 small wooden skewers or toothpicks
Instructions
- Thread Ingredients: Thread one tomato, one mozzarella ball, and one basil leaf onto each skewer or toothpick, folding the basil leaf if large.
- Layer Skewers: Repeat the layers if desired for longer skewers.
- Arrange: Arrange the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle: Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Season: Sprinkle lightly with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the mozzarella balls in olive oil and Italian herbs for 30 minutes before assembling.
- Use multi-colored tomatoes for a more vibrant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
