Mini Caprese Skewers Balsamic (Printable)
Mozzarella, tomato, and basil skewers drizzled with balsamic glaze offer a colorful, fresh bite.
# What You Need:
→ Caprese Assembly
01 - 12 cherry tomatoes, whole
02 - 12 fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
03 - 12 fresh basil leaves
→ Finishing Touch
04 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
# Directions:
01 - Rinse cherry tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
02 - Thread one cherry tomato, one mozzarella ball, and one basil leaf onto each skewer, arranging them neatly for even presentation.
03 - Arrange assembled skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle evenly with balsamic glaze just before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick assembly with just four ingredients
- No cooking required and easy cleanup
- Crowd-pleaser that fits gluten free and vegetarian diets
02 -
- Naturally gluten free and vegetarian
- Can be made up to two hours ahead for easy entertaining
- Each skewer packs a burst of fresh summer flavor in every bite
03 -
- Pat mozzarella dry so your skewers are not watery and the glaze clings well
- Use small to medium basil leaves to avoid overpowering the other flavors
- Upgrading to a thick high quality balsamic glaze really does make a difference
- After experimenting I always let the skewers reach room temperature for ten minutes so their flavors shine brightest