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Caprese Salad Skewers Recipe

Caprese Salad Skewers Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 20 skewers 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Description

These Caprese Salad Skewers are a delightful appetizer that captures the classic flavors of a traditional Caprese salad in a fun and easy-to-eat skewer form. Fresh cherry tomatoes, small mozzarella balls, and basil leaves are threaded onto skewers, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze, and seasoned to perfection. Perfect for parties or as a light starter before a meal.


Ingredients

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Caprese Salad Skewers:

  • 20 cherry tomatoes
  • 20 fresh small mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
  • 20 fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 20 small wooden skewers or toothpicks

Instructions

  1. Thread Ingredients: Thread one cherry tomato, one basil leaf, and one mozzarella ball onto each skewer.
  2. Arrange Skewers: Arrange the skewers on a serving platter.
  3. Drizzle and Season: Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can marinate the mozzarella balls in olive oil and herbs for 30 minutes before assembling.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg