Introduction
Tutorial: how to make caprese skewers — tomato + mozzarella + basil + balsamic. 10 min Italian appetizer.
Ingredients List
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes + 1 lb mozzarella ciliegine + 60 basil leaves + 20-24 skewers
- 1/4 cup olive oil + 1/4 cup balsamic glaze + flaky salt + pepper + oregano
Timing
Prep 5. Assemble 5. Total 10 min.
Step 1 — Pat Dry Mozzarella
Very dry.
Step 2 — Basil
Rinse + dry + fold large.
Step 3 — Tomatoes Whole
Don’t slice.
Step 4 — Thread
Tomato + basil + mozz + tomato + basil + mozz. 5-6 items.
Step 5 — Drizzle
Olive oil first, then balsamic zigzag.
Step 6 — Season
Flaky salt + pepper + oregano. Room temp.
Nutritional Information
- Calories 140 | Protein 8g | Fat 10g | Carbs 4g | Calcium 15% DV
Healthier Alternatives
Part-skim mozz. Skip glaze. Vegan mozz. Cucumber + tomato.
Serving Suggestions
Summer parties, BBQ, weddings. Prosecco, spritz. Prosciutto. Bruschetta.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Wet mozzarella
- Glaze too early
- Cold
- Slices
- Pre-shredded
Storing Tips
Best fresh. Components 2 days. 4 hr undressed.
Conclusion
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FAQs
Mozz size? Ciliegine.
No glaze? Reduce balsamic.
Prosciutto? Wrap each.
Make ahead? 4 hr undressed.
Vegan? Vegan mozzarella.
Pat dry why? Wet drips.
Recipe Card: Caprese Skewers
Prep: 5 min | Assemble: 5 min | Total: 10 min | Serves: 12 | Calories: 140/2 skewers
Ingredients
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes + 1 lb fresh mozzarella ciliegine + 60 basil leaves + 20-24 skewers
- 1/4 cup olive oil + 1/4 cup balsamic glaze + flaky salt + cracked pepper + dried oregano
Instructions
- Drain and pat mozzarella very dry.
- Rinse basil, fold large leaves; rinse tomatoes.
- Thread skewers: tomato, basil, mozzarella, repeat (5-6 items).
- Drizzle olive oil first, then balsamic glaze in zigzag.
- Sprinkle flaky salt, pepper, oregano; serve at room temp.
Nutrition (per 2 skewers)
Calories 140 | Protein 8g | Fat 10g | Carbs 4g | Calcium 15% DV
