Description
These Caprese Skewers are a delightful twist on the classic Italian Caprese salad. Easy to assemble and bursting with fresh flavors, they make a perfect appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly Ground Pepper (to taste)
- 24 Cherry Tomatoes
- 24 Mini Mozzarella Cheese Balls
- 24 Fresh Basil Leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze
Seasoned Olive Oil:
Skewers:
Finishing:
Instructions
- Prepare Seasoned Olive Oil: In a bowl, mix extra virgin olive oil with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Mozzarella: Add mini mozzarella balls to the seasoned oil, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight in the fridge for enhanced flavors.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread a cherry tomato, folded basil leaf, and marinated mozzarella ball onto mini skewers.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the assembled skewers with balsamic glaze and seasoned olive oil. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For a variation, you can add a drizzle of honey for a touch of sweetness.
- Ensure the cherry tomatoes are firm for easy skewering.
- Soaking the skewers in water before assembling can prevent splintering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating, Assembling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Caprese Skewers, Caprese Salad, Italian Appetizer, Easy Skewer Recipe
