Caprese Salad on a Stick
Fresh, simple, and perfect for summer, this Caprese Salad on a Stick layers juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil for a bright, bite-sized appetizer. Easy to assemble, easy to serve, and always a hit.
Equipment
Ingredients
- cherry and or grape tomatoes
- Ciliegine mozzarella balls (small mozzarella balls) or fresh mozzarella cut into bite sized pieces
- Fresh Basil small leaves or larger leaves torn
- fruity extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- Salt as needed
- aged balsamic vinegar or glace optional
Instructions
- Thread one tomato, a basil leaf, and a mozzarella ball onto each skewer.Repeat if your skewers are long enough, or keep it simple with one of each.Arrange on a serving platter.Drizzle lightly with olive oil, then season with salt and freshly ground pepper.Serve immediately or at room temperature.
Notes
Size matters: Use what you can find. If your mozzarella is larger, just cut it down to match the tomatoes. Balance: You want a little of everything in each bite, don’t overload the skewer. Balsamic (optional): Add if you like it, but it can overpower the fresh flavors. I usually leave it off and let the tomatoes and basil shine. Best served fresh. If needed, assemble a few hours ahead and hold at room temperature. Add olive oil and seasoning just before serving.
Lindy tip
Use the best tomatoes you can find. This is one of those recipes where they really matter.Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 124mgFiber: 1g
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