Classic Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Summer entertaining is so much more interesting with these vibrant Classic Caprese Skewers!
Servings 4
Calories 159kcal
Ingredients
- 16 6”/15cm wooden skewers
- 16 red cherry or grape tomatoes
- 16 yellow cherry or grape tomatoes
- 32 medium fresh basil leaves washed and patted dry
- 16 Ciliegine mini-Mozzarella balls
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp high-quality extra-virgin olive oil to drizzle optional
Instructions
- Thread a red tomato onto a wooden skewer. Next, fold one basil leaf in half, dark side facing out, and add it to the skewer. Add one mini-Mozzarella ball, followed by another folded basil leaf, and one yellow cherry or grape tomato, in order.
- Repeat Step 1 with the remaining tomatoes, basil, and Mozzarella until you have 16 completed skewers. Arrange on a serving platter and set aside.
- To prepare the glaze, add balsamic vinegar to a small sauté pan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vinegar is reduced to about 1/3 of its original volume, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Remove glaze from heat and cool for several minutes. Drizzle the glaze over the skewers, along with some extra virgin olive oil, if desired. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
Tip: The warm balsamic glaze will start to melt the cheese on contact. If possible, avoid dripping the glaze onto the cheese while drizzling it onto the skewers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g