Description
Patriotic Caprese Skewers are a vibrant appetizer that perfectly embodies the spirit of summer celebrations. Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and fragrant basil leaves, these skewers are visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Drizzled with balsamic glaze, they make an impressive addition to any picnic or barbecue. Ideal for entertaining or enjoying on a casual evening, these easy-to-assemble skewers capture the essence of festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 10–12 tomatoes)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 6 wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Wash cherry tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly. Drain mozzarella balls.
- Thread one cherry tomato onto a skewer, followed by a mozzarella ball and a basil leaf. Repeat until the skewer is filled.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over assembled skewers before serving.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes if desired to enhance flavor melding.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (60g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg