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Fresh Caprese Salad Skewers with Sweet Balsamic Drizzle

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil on skewers, drizzled with a homemade sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect for gatherings and light snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 20 cherry tomatoes, firm and ripe
  • 20 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained well
  • 20 fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup (120 ml) good quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • About 20 wooden skewers, 6 inches (15 cm) long

Instructions

  1. Prepare the balsamic drizzle: Pour ½ cup balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup and stir gently. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Let it reduce, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a syrupy consistency (about 10-12 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the ingredients: Rinse and dry cherry tomatoes. Drain mozzarella balls thoroughly and pat fresh basil leaves dry.
  3. Assemble the skewers: On each wooden skewer, thread one cherry tomato, followed by a basil leaf (folded if large), then a mozzarella ball, and finish with another cherry tomato. Repeat until all skewers are assembled. Optionally, brush skewers lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Drizzle and serve: Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the skewers. Serve immediately.

Notes

Assemble skewers shortly before serving to keep basil fresh and mozzarella from drying out. Store components separately if prepping ahead and drizzle balsamic glaze just before serving. Watch balsamic reduction carefully to avoid burning; add a splash of water if it thickens too much. For dairy-free version, substitute mozzarella with firm tofu or vegan cheese alternatives.

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Keywords: Caprese, skewers, appetizer, balsamic glaze, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, easy recipe, summer snack

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