Fresh Caprese Salad Skewers (Printable)

Juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and mozzarella paired on skewers with olive oil and balsamic drizzle.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables & Herbs

01 - 16 cherry tomatoes
02 - 16 fresh basil leaves

→ Cheese

03 - 16 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)

→ Seasonings & Extras

04 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Rinse the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly, then pat dry with paper towels.
02 - Drain the mini mozzarella balls well to remove excess moisture.
03 - Thread one cherry tomato, one basil leaf (folded if large), and one mozzarella ball onto each small skewer or toothpick.
04 - Place the assembled skewers neatly on a serving platter.
05 - Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the skewers.
06 - Lightly sprinkle each skewer with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in 15 minutes, yet taste like you spent hours in the kitchen
  • The contrast of temperatures and textures keeps your guests reaching for just one more
  • They're naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, so everyone at your table can enjoy them
  • There's something about eating from a skewer that makes even simple ingredients feel celebratory
02 -
  • Never dress these more than 15 minutes before serving—the salt draws moisture from the tomatoes and they get weepy and sad
  • Buy fresh mozzarella the day you plan to serve these, and keep it in the coldest part of your fridge until the last moment; older mozzarella becomes rubbery
  • If your basil leaves are browning at the edges, they've been picked or stored too long; choose vibrant green leaves with no dark spots
03 -
  • Pat everything dry three times if you have to—moisture is the saboteur of elegant appetizers
  • Use the best olive oil you can afford; it's the finishing touch and deserves to shine
  • If serving outdoors, assemble right before guests arrive so the basil stays vibrant and the mozzarella doesn't warm too much in the sun
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