Mini Caprese Skewers
These elegant no-cook mini caprese skewers are the perfect fresh and light option to balance out the heavier game day fare on the appetizer table. Each skewer layers fresh mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil then gets drizzled with balsamic glaze for a stunning presentation.
Simple fresh caprese skewers drizzled with balsamic glaze that come together in minutes with no cooking required.
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Ingredients
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dressing
seasoning
Instructions
Prepare Your Ingredients
Drain the mozzarella balls and pat them lightly dry with paper towels. Wash and thoroughly dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Select medium-sized basil leaves that are large enough to fold but small enough to fit neatly on the skewer without overpowering the other components.
Assemble the Skewers
Thread each small appetizer skewer or toothpick in this order: one cherry tomato, one folded basil leaf, then one mozzarella ball. Arrange the completed skewers neatly on a serving platter as you work. The alternating colors create a visually striking presentation.
Dress the Skewers
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over all the assembled skewers on the platter. Follow with a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze zigzagged across the entire platter for both flavor and a professional presentation. Do not toss or disturb the arrangement.
Season and Serve
Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the finished skewers right before serving for a final burst of flavor that brings all the components together. Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate without the dressing for up to 4 hours and dress just before serving.
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