Description
Caprese Skewers are a fresh and colorful appetizer made with cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella balls, and basil leaves, all drizzled with balsamic glaze. This no-cook, bite-sized version of the classic Caprese salad is perfect for parties, picnics, or quick snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
- 8 oz mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2–3 tbsp balsamic glaze (or homemade balsamic reduction)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 12 wooden or bamboo skewers (6-inch or appetizer-sized)
Instructions
- Rinse the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves, then pat them dry.
- On each skewer, thread one tomato, one folded basil leaf, and one mozzarella ball. Repeat if space allows, ending with a tomato for presentation.
- Arrange the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving. Add glaze just before serving if making ahead.
Notes
- Use heirloom cherry tomatoes for more color and flavor.
- Swap in marinated mozzarella cubes for extra flavor.
- Add a drizzle of pesto instead of balsamic glaze for variation.
- Mini toothpick versions are great for large parties or kids.
- Best served fresh but can be prepped ahead and glazed last minute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
