Caprese Skewers
A fresh, no-cook Italian appetizer that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves are threaded onto skewers and finished with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a sweet, tangy balsamic glaze. Ready in minutes and always a crowd-pleaser — perfect for parties, picnics, or a light summer starter.
6 servings · Prep 15 min · Total 15 min
Appetizer
Ingredients
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24 piece cherry tomatoes rinsed and patted dry
8 oz fresh mozzarella balls drained and patted dry
bocconcini
24 piece fresh basil leaves large leaves torn in half if very big
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic glaze store-bought or homemade
0.5 tsp flaky sea salt such as Maldon
0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Equipment
Mixing Bowl
Paper Towel
Skewer
Platter
Serving Platter
Serving Platters (Large)
Metal or Pre-Soaked Wooden Skewers
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and pat the @[Cherry Tomatoes] and @[Mozzarella Balls] thoroughly dry with paper towels. Excess moisture will dilute the dressing and make the platter watery.
- Thread each skewer in this order: one @[Cherry Tomato], one @[Basil] leaf (folded in half), one @[Mozzarella Ball], another @[Basil] leaf (folded in half), and one more @[Cherry Tomato]. Repeat until you have about 12 skewers. Arrange them on a serving platter as you go.
- Drizzle the @[Extra-Virgin Olive Oil] evenly over all the skewers, making sure each one gets coated.
- Drizzle the @[Balsamic Glaze] in a zigzag pattern over the skewers. Don't skip this — it adds sweetness and tang that ties everything together.
- Finish with a generous pinch of @[Flaky Sea Salt] and a few cracks of @[Black Pepper] over the top. Serve immediately at room temperature for the best flavor.
