Mini Caprese Salad Bites
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4.7
Mini Caprese Salad Bites
Description
The Mini Caprese Salad Bites recipe uses mini bocconcini, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves threaded onto toothpicks to recreate the flavors of a traditional Caprese salad in a convenient, bite-sized form. The key feature is the balsamic glaze made by reducing balsamic vinegar until thickened, which adds a rich, tart sweetness that complements the mild mozzarella and herbaceous basil.
Each bite offers a balance of creamy cheese and juicy tomatoes with the aromatic freshness of basil, finished by the concentrated balsamic reduction. The preparation is simple, requiring only careful assembly and seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance flavors.
These salad bites serve well as appetizers or party snacks and do not require cooking other than the glazing step. Their portability and classic combination make them suited for casual entertaining or light starters.
Leftovers, including the balsamic glaze, can be stored refrigerated for several days, with the glaze lasting longer if sealed properly. This makes advance preparation possible.
Ingredients
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 cups bocconcini cheese I used mini bocconcini
- 2 cups cherry tomato
- 1 bunch basil fresh
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Make Balsamic Glaze: In a small skillet add the balsamic vinegar and cook over medium heat until it has reduced down to half. Should take 15 to 20 minutes.
- Assemble: Take a toothpick and stick a bocconcini, a basil leaf and a cherry tomato onto it. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper.
- Finish & Serve: Using a teaspoon drizzle some of the balsamic reduction onto each appetizer.
Notes
- Keep the balsamic glaze refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 3-4 weeks to maintain its flavor and consistency.
- Store assembled salad bites in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days to retain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 65 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 65kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 116mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 77mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 5.8mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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