Description
Caprese skewers with balsamic drizzle are a vibrant and refreshing appetizer that combines juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and fragrant basil leaves. Perfect for summer gatherings, these easy-to-make skewers are drizzled with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Impress your guests with this visually stunning dish that’s both delicious and simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 12-15)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse cherry tomatoes under cool water and pat dry. Drain mozzarella if needed.
- Assemble the skewers by threading one cherry tomato, one basil leaf, and one mozzarella ball onto each skewer.
- Arrange the skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle olive oil over the skewers, then generously drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper to enhance flavors.
- Serve immediately for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg