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Delicious Caprese Salad Skewers featuring tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.

Caprese Salad Skewers

Bright, fresh, and perfect for warm-weather gatherings, these Caprese Salad Skewers come together in minutes and make a beautiful, portable appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 80 kcal

Ingredients
  

Veggies

  • 12 pieces Cherry tomatoes Use ripe and juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.

Dairy

  • 12 pieces Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) Choose high-quality mozzarella.

Herbs

  • 12 leaves Fresh basil leaves Leave leaves whole for presentation.

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons Balsamic glaze Drizzle just before serving.

Spices

  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Tools

  • 4 pieces Skewers Choose sturdy skewers for assembly.

Instructions
 

Assembly

  • On each skewer, thread a cherry tomato, a basil leaf, and a mozzarella ball.
  • Continue the same pattern—tomato, basil, mozzarella—until the skewer is filled.
  • Lay assembled skewers on a serving platter, spaced slightly apart for easy picking.
  • Drizzle the assembled skewers with balsamic glaze right before serving.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately as a light appetizer.

Notes

Use high-quality mozzarella and ripe tomatoes for best flavor. Keep skewers chilled until serving to maintain freshness.
Keyword Appetizer, Caprese Salad Skewers, Easy Entertaining, Fresh Ingredients, Summer Recipe