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Zesty Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

Name: Zesty Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Yield: Makes 12-14 skewers
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes; 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine); 1 large bunch of fresh basil leaves; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade); Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 12-14 small wooden skewers

Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 0 minutes Servings: Makes 12-14 skewers

A Taste of Italy on a Stick

Transport your guests to the Amalfi Coast with these incredibly simple yet elegant Caprese skewers. They capture the essence of a classic Caprese salad in a fun, easy-to-eat format, making them the perfect starter for any gathering, from casual backyard barbecues to sophisticated dinner parties.

Materials

1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
1 large bunch of fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
12-14 small wooden skewers

Preparation

Rinse and pat dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
Drain the fresh mozzarella balls from their liquid.
Thread one cherry tomato, one folded basil leaf, and one mozzarella ball onto a skewer. Repeat the pattern so you have two of each on the skewer.
Arrange the completed skewers on a serving platter.

Cooking

This is a no-cook recipe.

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