Caprese Skewers
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Caprese Skewers
Description
Caprese Skewers are made by threading cherry tomatoes, basil leaves, and small mozzarella balls onto skewers. The mozzarella can be marinated in a mixture of olive oil, Italian seasoning, and optional sliced garlic for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavor, though this step is optional. The basil leaves are used fresh, and if large, can be torn to better fit the skewers. After assembly, the skewers are drizzled with the reserve olive oil marinade and optionally balsamic glaze, then seasoned with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
The combination showcases the balance between the juicy acidity of the tomatoes, the creamy mildness of the mozzarella, and the herbal brightness of basil. The balsamic glaze adds a sweet-tangy depth and visually appealing finish. These skewers serve as simple finger foods that can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to 24 hours, making them convenient for entertaining or light eating.
Marinating the cheese adds flavor but can be omitted for quicker assembly. If skipping marination, simply drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze just before serving. The skewers offer a fresh alternative to traditional Caprese salad presentation.
Ingredients
- 12 mozzarella balls bocconcini
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 clove garlic sliced, optional
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 24 cherry tomato or grape tomatoes, about 1 pint
- 24 small basil or 12 large, leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze optional
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic if using, and mozzarella. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Wash tomatoes and basil leaves and gently pat dry. If basil leaves are large, rip in half.
- Thread a cherry tomato on each skewer followed by a basil leaf, a mozzarella ball, another basil leave and finally another tomato.
- Discard garlic slices (or reserve for cooking) and drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil marinade and balsamic glaze over skewers. Season with salt & pepper.
Notes
- Marinating mozzarella in olive oil, Italian seasoning, and garlic for up to 24 hours adds flavor but is optional.
- If not marinating, you can drizzle the skewers with olive oil and balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Fresh bocconcini can sometimes be found pre-marinated at the deli section of some grocery stores.
- Prepare skewers up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12skewers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 91 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 91 | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 24mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 74mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 208IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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