Colorful, full of flavor and easy to make, this no-cook appetizer combines juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze to capture the essence of a classic Caprese salad in just two bites.
Caprese Salad Skewers
Our Caprese salad skewers combine cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and fresh mozzarella to make a deliciously simple no-cook appetizer.
Ingredients
- 24 cherry tomatoes
- 12 boccancini, fresh mozzarella balls
- 12 large fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze, store-bought or homemade – see notes
Instructions
- Thread a cherry tomato onto each of the skewers. Fold the basil leaves accordion style and thread onto the skewers, followed by a boccancini and a second cherry tomato. Serve with the balsamic reduction for drizzling.
Recipe Notes
Store-Bought Balsamic Glaze / Reduction:
Balsamic glaze is a wonderful ingredient that can be found in the condiment aisle of many supermarkets. A little goes a long way and it's delicious drizzled over all sorts of meats and veggies.How to Make A Balsamic Glaze / Reduction:
A balsamic reduction is very easy to make and keeps safely in the refrigerator for at least a month. Place 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar in small saucepan and bring to a slow simmer over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the consistency of maple syrup. You should have about 1/3 cup. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely before serving. The glaze will thicken a little more as it cools. Have you tried this recipe?Did you add your own special touch? We’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment and a rating to share your thoughts with others.
Suzie says
Great recipes I’m loving this , and definitely going to try this out for my BBQS I’m sure my kids will love it too . Thanks so much for sharing with us !!!