Caprese Salad Skewers
Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze are an elegant, bite-sized appetizer combining juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves, all drizzled with a sweet and tangy homemade balsamic reduction. Perfect for parties and easy to prepare, these skewers deliver classic Italian flavors in a fresh, portable form.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes(glaze)
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8 as appetizers
- Category: Snack
- Method: Assembly, Reduction (glaze)
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Cherry tomatoes (ripe)
Small mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
Fresh basil leaves
Olive oil
1 cup balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper
Instructions
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Make the balsamic glaze by simmering balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced by half and syrupy (10-15 minutes). Let cool.
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Thread one cherry tomato, one mozzarella ball, and one basil leaf onto small skewers or toothpicks. Repeat for desired number of skewers.
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Arrange skewers on a serving platter.
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Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
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Just before serving, drizzle the cooled balsamic glaze over the skewers.
Notes
Use flavored olive oils like garlic or basil-infused for extra aroma.
Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for heat.
Substitute vegan cheese for a dairy-free version.
Drizzle with basil pesto for additional herb flavor.
Store skewers refrigerated up to 4 hours; keep glaze separate until serving.
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