Caprese Skewers
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Caprese Skewers
Description
This recipe layers the classic Italian salad components by threading cherry or grape tomatoes, small fresh mozzarella balls (Ciliegine), and fresh basil leaves onto skewers or toothpicks. The ingredients are selected for their freshness to balance juicy, creamy, and herbal notes. Once assembled, the skewers are arranged on a platter for serving.
The final touch is a drizzle of balsamic glaze, which adds a sweet and tangy contrast to the fresh flavors, followed by a sprinkle of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance natural tastes. This no-cook preparation preserves the bright textures of tomato and basil.
Caprese Skewers make an attractive appetizer or party offering, easy to handle and share. They are best served immediately to maintain freshness and are suitable for light snacking or as part of a larger spread.
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomato or grape tomatoes
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese small mozzarella balls, fresh, Ciliegine
- ¼ cup basil fresh leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- salt to taste, sea salt
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by threading a cherry or grape tomato onto a skewer or toothpick, followed by a mozzarella Ciliegine ball, and then a fresh basil leaf. Repeat this process until you have the desired number of skewers or until you have used up all the ingredients.
- Arrange the assembled Caprese skewers on a serving platter or plate.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the skewers, sprinkle salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh basil leaves and fresh mozzarella balls for the best flavor and texture.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze just before serving to avoid sogginess.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste to balance the flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 117 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 117kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 36mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 175mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 438IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 145mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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