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Small Antipasto Skewers: Summer Dinner Ideas

Small Antipasto Skewers


  • Author: Nicole Lopez
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 skewers 1x

Description

Small antipasto skewers are a vibrant and flavorful appetizer, perfect for summer gatherings. Each bite combines juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, briny olives, aromatic basil, and savory cured meats, all drizzled with balsamic glaze. These easy-to-make skewers not only look stunning on any platter but also promise to be a hit with guests of all ages.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
  • 1/2 cup pitted olives (green or black)
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 4 oz salami or prosciutto, sliced
  • 3 tbsp balsamic glaze

Instructions

  1. Gather wooden skewers and prepare your ingredients.
  2. Thread a cherry tomato onto each skewer, followed by a mozzarella ball, an olive, a basil leaf, and a slice of salami or prosciutto. Repeat until the skewer is filled.
  3. Drizzle the assembled skewers generously with balsamic glaze.
  4. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve on a platter and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 85
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Customize the ingredients based on your preferences; try adding grilled veggies or sweet fruits like grapes for a unique twist. To prevent burning when grilling, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.