Why we love these caprese skewers?
Ingredients you will need
Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Use a high quality oil for the best taste. Beautiful ripe cherry tomatoes are threaded on a skewer with marinated mozzarella balls and basil leaves. Then drizzle on a tangy balsamic reduction right before serving - either store bought or homemade - and it’s done! So although presentable like fancy Caprese skewers with balsamic glaze, they could not be easier to make. This no cook recipe comes together in 10 minutes. These vibrant and tasty mini bites are a gorgeous addition to any table! From holiday gatherings and special occasions to casual get togethers like potlucks, game nights and summer BBQs, everyone will love eating these fun “caprese salad on a stick” skewers!
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Italian Seasoning: It’s easy to make your own Italian Seasoning! Salt and Pepper: Freshly ground pepper, to taste. Cherry Tomatoes: Choose ones that are plump and ripe, without blemishes. When you give them a gentle squeeze they should feel not too firm or soft. Mini Mozzarella Cheese Balls: Moist, tender, and firm mozzarella is best. If you don’t have cheese balls, chopped large pieces of cheese are fine. Basil Leaves: Fresh, rinsed and dried. Balsamic Glaze: Purchase store bought balsamic reduction for a quick and easy Caprese salad on a stick recipe.
How to make caprese salad skewers?
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Recipe Variation
Use this Caprese salad skewers recipe as a blueprint and customize the ingredients however you like. Here are a few ideas of swaps and additions you can make: Greens: Swap basil with baby spinach, or use a bit a both. Fruits: Substitute tomatoes with large cut chunks of melons (like watermelon, cantaloupe, or honeydew), large berries (like strawberries or blackberries) for a sweet summer snack. Olives: - Add some extra layers of flavor by threading on green and/or black pitted olives. Proteins: Increase the heartiness and add other proteins to the skewers! Try cooked and cooled tortellini, thick pieces of salami, or cubes of cooked chicken.
Serving Ideas
Enjoy as an appetizer before digging into Tomato Spinach Pasta, Chicken Alfredo Pasta, or homemade Naan Pizza. They are even terrific for dinner parties and special occasions! Serve as part of a satisfying lunch and pair with a hearty salad, sandwich, or warm bowl of Tomato Basil Soup or Tomato Pasta Soup. I love to keep everything I need for this recipe on hand. Then whip up a few for a quick and refreshing snack!
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