Description
Caprese Skewers are a fresh and vibrant appetizer combining juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy miniature mozzarella balls. Drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and a tangy balsamic glaze, these skewers are seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper, making them a perfect, easy-to-assemble bite-sized Italian-inspired snack or appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 16 to 18 (4-inch) wooden skewers
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 (12-ounce) container miniature cherry-sized fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
- 1 bunch fresh basil leaves (about 36 leaves)
For Drizzling and Seasoning
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Skewers: Take 16 to 18 (4-inch) wooden skewers and set them aside for assembly.
- Thread Ingredients: For each skewer, thread in order: 1 cherry tomato, 1 fresh basil leaf (folded in half if large), 1 miniature fresh mozzarella ball, another fresh basil leaf, and finish with 1 cherry tomato.
- Arrange on Platter: Place the assembled skewers neatly on a serving platter ready for dressing.
- Drizzle and Season: Lightly drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over the skewers. Then sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Notes
- Use in-season cherry tomatoes, fresh miniature mozzarella balls, and sweet basil for the best flavor.
- Fold large basil leaves to fit the skewers nicely and ensure even distribution of flavor.
- Balsamic glaze can be substituted with a balsamic reduction if unavailable.
- These skewers can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, but drizzle oil and glaze just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 146 kcal
- Sugar: 1.2 g
- Sodium: 209 mg
- Fat: 10.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 6.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.0 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Protein: 9.9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
