Caprese Salad Skewers
Caprese Salad Skewers are a delightful, easy-to-make appetizer that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Combining juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, these skewers are drizzled with balsamic glaze for an exquisite finish. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, they are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Impress your guests with this fresh twist on the classic Italian Caprese salad!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (makes about 12 skewers) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 12 tomatoes)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 15 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cherry tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly. Drain mozzarella balls if packed in water.
- Thread one cherry tomato onto a skewer, followed by a folded basil leaf and a mozzarella ball. Repeat until the skewer is filled.
- Place skewers on a serving platter; sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze generously over the assembled skewers.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste or chill slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 35g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg