Description
Caprese Skewers are a fresh and vibrant appetizer featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and aromatic basil leaves. Drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction, these skewers offer a simple yet elegant way to enjoy classic Italian flavors. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 cherry tomatoes (use a mix of colors if possible)
- 12 mini mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
- 24 fresh basil leaves
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Balsamic reduction (or glaze), for drizzling
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread one cherry tomato, a basil leaf (fold it in half if large), and a mozzarella ball onto a mini skewer or toothpick. Add another cherry tomato to each skewer. Continue until all ingredients are used.
- Season and Drizzle: Arrange the skewers on a serving plate. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction. Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve immediately as a fresh and flavorful appetizer.
Notes
- To keep the basil fresh, assemble the skewers just before serving.
- If you don’t have balsamic reduction, you can use balsamic vinegar or a balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15g