Description
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, these small mozzarella and tomato skewers are the quintessential summer appetizer. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and aromatic basil come together on a skewer for a delightful bite-sized treat. Drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze, they are perfect for picnics, barbecues, or casual dinners. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these skewers will impress your guests while keeping your meal light and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (approx. 12-15 tomatoes)
- 8 oz small mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean surface.
- Thread one cherry tomato onto a skewer followed by a mozzarella ball and a basil leaf. Repeat this pattern until the skewer is filled (approximately three sets).
- Drizzle the assembled skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Finish by drizzling balsamic glaze generously over the skewers.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Serve on a platter and enjoy the compliments!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 skewers (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Feel free to substitute cherry tomatoes with grape tomatoes for a sweeter taste. - Try adding olives or grilled vegetables between the mozzarella and tomatoes for added flavor. - For an elegant touch, serve with homemade pesto as an additional dip.