Delicious Caprese Skewers Recipe: Fresh & Flavorful Appetizer
Caprese Skewers are a vibrant and fresh appetizer that combines juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil on a skewer. Perfect for gatherings or a casual snack, these skewers are quick to assemble and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 2 mins (optional grilling)
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling or No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- Start by washing the cherry tomatoes under cool running water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Take the fresh mozzarella balls and drain any excess liquid. If they are large, you can cut them in half to match the size of the tomatoes.
- Take a skewer and begin by threading one cherry tomato onto it. Follow with a basil leaf, folding it if necessary, then add a mozzarella ball.
- Repeat this process until the skewer is filled, leaving some space at the ends for easy handling. Aim for 2-3 sets of tomato, basil, and mozzarella per skewer.
- Once all your skewers are assembled, place them on a serving platter. Drizzle them with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over them to enhance the flavors. You can also add a few extra basil leaves for garnish.
- If you desire a smoky flavor, heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Place the skewers on the grill for about 1-2 minutes per side, just until grill marks appear and the mozzarella starts to soften.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Use ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor. You can substitute cherry tomatoes with grape tomatoes and use vegan mozzarella or tofu for a dairy-free option.