Description
These vibrant Caprese Skewers feature bite-sized mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and lightly seasoned with salt and pepper. They come together quickly to make a fresh, elegant appetizer perfect for holiday parties or any gathering.
Ingredients
Caprese Skewers Ingredients
- 20 cherry tomatoes
- 10 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 20 toothpicks
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the necessary ingredients: cherry tomatoes, cubed mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil, chopped fresh basil leaves, salt, ground black pepper, and toothpicks.
- Toss Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cubes, olive oil, fresh basil, salt, and pepper. Gently toss to evenly coat all the ingredients with the oil and seasonings.
- Assemble Skewers: Using toothpicks, skewer one cherry tomato followed by one piece of mozzarella cheese. Repeat until all ingredients are used, creating 20 caprese skewers.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality mozzarella (preferably mozzarella di bufala) for the best flavor and texture.
- Cherry tomatoes can be substituted with grape tomatoes if needed.
- For a more colorful presentation, use a variety of cherry tomato colors.
- These skewers can be made a few hours ahead; cover and refrigerate until serving.
- Optional: drizzle with balsamic glaze or reduction for added flavor.
