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Skewers with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and mozzarella balls, drizzled with balsamic glaze, displayed on a wooden board.

Tasty Caprese Salad Skewers

Author: Jessica Haggard
Steal the show at your next party with these fresh and vibrant caprese skewers! Perfectly balancing creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, these tasty, bite-sized skewers bring the classic Caprese salad to a convenient handheld form. Make a batch in just 10 minutes with only 5 ingredients!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 12 servings
Calories 13 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 12 individual cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cup mozzarella pearls
  • 24 leaves basil fresh
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Stick 2 pearls of mozzarella on each skewer. Layer on a basil leaf, folded in half if it’s big. Add a cherry tomato. Add another basil leaf, folded if needed. Add 2 small mozzarella pearls again. Repeat with more skewers until you run out of ingredients.
  • Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with black pepper.

Notes

  • The quality of the ingredients count especially when the recipe is simple, because they make a significant difference in taste. Make caprese skewers during summer when cherry tomatoes and basil are in season and at their freshest.
  • If you’re using bigger tomatoes that you have to cut in half, make sure to squeeze most of the juice and seeds out to avoid the platter from getting too watery.
  • The 3 main ingredients make a fantastic combination, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get creative - replace some of the tomatoes with fresh strawberries or diced peaches, or use fresh mint leaves instead of basil.
  • For an extra refreshing treat, chill the skewers in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving. This will enhance the flavors and make them even more enjoyable.
  • Serve your skewers on a beautiful platter and drizzle extra balsamic glaze over the top for a stunning presentation. Add some fresh basil or microgreens as a garnish on your serving platter for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve: Caprese skewers look amazing on an appetizer spread, or as part of a charcuterie board alongside meats, cheeses, bread and crackers, fresh fruits, and nuts. Serve them with a light Italian wine, such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, to enhance the flavors of the dish.
Store: Caprese salad skewers are best made fresh or within a few hours of serving. They’re also best consumed on the day. To make ahead, assemble the skewers up to 4 hours before serving time. Simply cover them with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with black pepper right before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 13kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 3mgPotassium: 6mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 58IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 0.04mg
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