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    Caprese Salad Skewers

    Jul 12, 2022 by Katia · Leave a Comment

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    Close-up of a caprese salad skewers made with tomato and mozzarella.

    These caprese salad skewers are a guaranteed crowd pleaser, SUPER easy to assamble, and deliciously fresh. Made with just three basic ingredients, this is one the best vegetarian appetizer recipes to make this summer.

    They’re absolutely perfect for sharing, healthy and easy to transport!

    A large white serving plate with caprese salad skewers.
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    It’s finally that time of the year! Eating “out” now mean literally outside. Gardens, patios, parks, BBQ parties and lovely fresh food to share with friends.

    And these easy caprese salad skewers are the perfect appetizer for all these occasions!

    Made with soft baby mozzarella cheese in water, ripe cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, these skewers are delightful, a breeze to put together, and they will be devoured in no time!

    To provide more flavor, make sure you season and drizzle them with good extra virgin olive oil and a little touch of basil pesto, or balsamic glaze if you like.

    Serve them with freshly made focaccia, olive focaccia or crispy breadsticks, or along with more terrific Italian appetizers for a sensational Italian-style get together! : )

    List of the ingredients

    • Fresh mozzarella in water
    • Cherry tomatoes
    • Fresh basil
    • Extra virgin olive oil
    • Salt & pepper
    The ingredients to make the caprese salad skewers are arranged over a white background.

    How to make Caprese salad skewers

    • First things first, use little wooden or bamboo skewers. You can certainly use toothpicks, but proper little skewers look pretty!
    Top view of cherry tomatoes, baby mozzarella, basil leaves and wooden skewers.
    • Then layer a basil leaf, a cherry tomato and mozzarella onto a skewer followed by another fresh basil leaf, and repeat (if your skewer is long enough).
    • Place them on a serving plate, season and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
    Close-up of caprese salad skewers over a white background.

    Recipe notes

    Why are they called Caprese salad skewers?

    Caprese is the name of one of the most popular Italian salad. It’s made with sliced tomatoes, sliced mozzarella and fresh basil leaves and traditionally it’s served with only a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and salt.

    I called this recipe caprese salad skewers because you have all those delicious ingredients layered onto colorful, inviting skewers. Well, this is hardly a recipe, it’s more a gathering of lovely fresh ingredients.⁠

    Use the best ingredients

    Tomatoes: use ripe cherry tomatoes, they have the perfect bite size!

    Mozzarella: you need fresh and soft mozzarella cheese in water for this recipe. I have used baby mozzarella, also known as ciliegine, cherry mozzarella or bocconcini because they are similar in size to the cherry tomatoes. If you don’t find them, you’re welcome to cut a large ball of fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.

    Fresh basil: its aromatic flavor is one of the key ingredients.

    Extra virgin olive oil: this is the only condiment Italians use for Caprese salad. It’s so authentic, Mediterranean and doesn’t contain added sugar.

    Pesto or balsamic glaze (optional): an additional drizzle of basil pesto pairs very well too with the rest of the ingredients. Alternatively, you’re welcome to use a drizzle of balsamic glaze if you like.

    Salt & pepper: make sure you season your skewers properly before serving.

    Close-up of a caprese salad skewer brushed with basil pesto.

    More Italian appetizers?

    I’ve got you covered with these simple yet delicious appetizer recipes:

    • Pinzimonio
    • Italian rice balls (aka arancini)
    • Sun dried tomato paste
    • Focaccia with tomatoes
    • Chickpea bruschetta
    • Mozzarella bruschetta
    • Bread & beans
    • Easy focaccia
    • Artichoke bruschetta
    • Marinated mozzarella

    If you make this caprese salad skewers this weekend, or you have a question, let me know by leaving a comment. I would love to hear from you and get your feedback! x

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    Top view of a white serving plate with caprese salad skewers.
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    Caprese salad skewers

    These caprese salad skewers are a guaranteed crowd pleaser, SUPER easy to assamble, and deliciously fresh. Made with just three basic ingredients, this is one the best vegetarian appetizer recipes to make this summer. Double or triple the quantities if you serve them at a party (they go in no time!).
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: Caprese salad skewers
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 58kcal
    Author: Katia

    Equipment

    • 6 bamboo or wooden skewers

    Ingredients

    • 12 baby mozzarella balls (in water)
    • 12 cherry tomatoes
    • 12 fresh basil leaves
    • ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle
    • salt, to sprinkle
    • freshly ground black pepper, to sprinkle
    • balsamic glaze or basil pesto, to drizzle (optional)

    Instructions

    • Layer a basil leaf, a cherry tomato and a mini mozzarella ball onto a skewer followed by another fresh basil leaf, and repeat if your skewer is long enough. Otherwise use another skewer to make 12 small servings. 
    • Place all your lovely skewers on a serving plate, season with fine salt, pepper and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. You can also drizzle them with some basil pesto or balsamic glaze, if you wish. Serve at room temperature.

    Notes

    Storage: these Caprese salad skewers keep well in the fridge in airtight container for about 24 hours. However, the basil leaves might turn brown in the fridge.
    Nutrition facts: the nutrition values are for one serving and are based on an online nutrition calculator. It’s an estimate only and it should not be considered as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. Please see my disclosure policies.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 208IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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