Description
Delightful Caprese Skewers feature fresh cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil leaves, and creamy miniature mozzarella balls threaded onto wooden skewers and drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. This easy no-cook appetizer is perfect for gatherings and bursts with classic Italian flavors.
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 Finishing
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Skewers: Gather 16 to 18 wooden skewers, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and mini mozzarella balls. Make sure the basil leaves are fresh and fragrant.
- Thread the Ingredients: On each skewer, thread in this order: 1 cherry tomato, 1 fresh basil leaf folded in half if large, 1 mini mozzarella ball, 1 fresh basil leaf, and another cherry tomato to finish.
- Arrange the Skewers: Place all assembled skewers neatly on a serving platter, spacing them evenly for an attractive presentation.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil and Balsamic Glaze: Lightly drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over the skewers, followed by a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze to add tangy sweetness.
- Season: Sprinkle kosher salt to taste and add a few grinds of freshly ground black pepper over the skewers to enhance all flavors.
- Serve: Serve immediately as a fresh and vibrant appetizer that showcases classic Caprese flavors.
Notes
- Use in-season cherry tomatoes and fresh sweet basil for the best flavor.
- Mini mozzarella balls (ciliegine) ensure a perfect bite-sized balance.
- Balsamic glaze adds a tangy sweetness but substitute with reduced balsamic vinegar if needed.
- Skewers can be prepared a few hours ahead but drizzle with oil and glaze just before serving to keep fresh.
- For a dairy-free variation, substitute mozzarella with vegan cheese or omit entirely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 146 cal
- Sugar: 1.2 g
- Sodium: 209.3 mg
- Fat: 10.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 6.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.0 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Protein: 9.9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
