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Caprese Skewers Recipe

Caprese Skewers Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 16 to 18 skewers 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Skewering
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Caprese Skewers are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that captures the classic flavors of a traditional Caprese salad in a convenient, bite-sized form. Perfect for parties or gatherings, these skewers offer a fresh and colorful presentation that will impress your guests.


Ingredients

Units Scale

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)
  • Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Thread the Skewers: Thread 1 tomato, 1 fresh basil leaf, 1 miniature fresh mozzarella ball, another fresh basil leaf, and 1 more tomato onto each skewer in that order.
  2. Arrange: Place the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
  3. Drizzle and Season: Drizzle the skewers with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then season with salt and black pepper.


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: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg