Caprese Skewers
Easy to easy-to-make appetizer that's perfect for a party or gathering. Made with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, fresh basil, and balsamic vinegar.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 12 Cherry Tomatoes
- 12 Mozzarella Balls
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 12 Fresh Basil Leaves
- 2-3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar or balsamic glaze
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Dried basil leaves optional
Instructions
- Place 12 Cherry Tomatoes, 12 Mozzarella Balls, and 12 Fresh Basil Leaves on a skewer or toothpick. (one of each)
- Drizzle with 2-3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar and 2 tablespoons Olive Oil. Finish with Salt and Pepper to taste, and Dried basil leaves if using.
Notes
- For best results, use cherry or grape tomatoes.
- You can use mozzarella balls or slices of mozzarella.
- Fresh mozzarella is great, but you can use cubed marinated mozzarella if that's what's available.
- Don't skip on the balsamic! It brings out the flavor of the cheese and tomatoes.
- If you want a really lovely presentation, go for little bamboo skewers instead of toothpicks - they look so lovely!
- If you have big basil leaves, fold them over and skewer them. Easier to get them in your mouth. For parties, it can be fun to lay out some other dipping sauces and variations of flavored balsamic.
Nutrition
Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 0.1mg