Red and Green Caprese Skewers
Red and Green Caprese Skewers are a fresh and vibrant twist on the classic Italian salad, combining juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil for a perfect bite-sized appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint red cherry tomatoes
- 1 pint green cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Wooden skewers or toothpicks
Instructions
- Rinse the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves; pat dry.
- On each skewer or toothpick, thread one red cherry tomato, one fresh basil leaf, one mozzarella ball, and one green cherry tomato.
- Arrange skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the skewers.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle the skewers with freshly cracked black pepper or add a few drops of pesto before serving.
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