Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
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Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

Cherry tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil. Drizzled with balsamic glaze. No cooking. 5 minutes.

Prep 5 minCook 0 minTotal 5 minServes 6Cost $1.35/serving★ 4.7(189)

Servings

Est. total: $8.00 · $1.35/serving

Cost estimates are approximate and vary by location, store, season, and brand. Actual prices may differ.

Ingredients

  • 24 pieces cherry tomatoes
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls (ciliegine size, drained)
  • 24 pieces fresh basil leaves (small to medium leaves)
  • 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Thread onto toothpicks or small skewers in this order: cherry tomato, basil leaf (fold in half), mozzarella pearl. Repeat until all ingredients are used — makes about 24 skewers.

    24 pieces cherry tomatoes24 pieces fresh basil leaves8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls

    Fold the basil leaf in half so it doesn't flop. It also concentrates the basil flavor in each bite.

  2. 2

    Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.

    2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil3 tbsp balsamic glaze
  3. 3

    Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked pepper. Serve immediately.

    1/4 tsp flaky sea salt1/4 tsp black pepper

Pairs With

🍷Prosecco$

Dry Italian sparkling wine, well-chilled

Bubbles and acidity lift the creamy mozzarella. A perfect aperitivo pairing.

🍺Italian Lager$

Peroni Nastro Azzurro or Moretti

Light, crisp, and Italian — lets the fresh ingredients speak

🍸Aperol Spritz$$

Aperol, prosecco, splash of soda, orange slice

Bitter-sweet and bubbly, the quintessential Italian aperitivo

Nutrition

25

Calories

1

Proteing

1

Carbsg

2

Fatg

Per serving. Estimated values. Not a substitute for professional dietary advice.

Tips

  • •Use the best tomatoes and mozzarella you can find. With only 3 main ingredients, quality is everything.
  • •Make balsamic glaze from scratch: simmer ½ cup balsamic vinegar on low for 10 minutes until it coats a spoon.

Substitutions

  • fresh mozzarella → burrata (richer, harder to skewer) or bocconcini
  • balsamic glaze → pesto drizzle for a different flavor profile
  • basil → mint leaves for a surprising fresh twist

Leftovers

Best eaten within 2 hours. Tomatoes weep, mozzarella dries out. Make only what you'll serve.

Leftover Ideas

Chop everything off the skewers into a caprese saladToss with hot pasta for an instant caprese pastaLayer on crusty bread for a bruschetta

Nutrition values are estimates calculated per serving and may vary based on brand, preparation method, and serving size. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. Consult a registered dietitian for specific nutritional needs.

Allergen Notice: Recipes may contain or come into contact with major allergens including milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame. Always verify ingredient labels for allergen information specific to the brands you use.

Drink pairing suggestions are for adults of legal drinking age only. Please drink responsibly.

Food Safety: Follow USDA safe minimum internal temperatures: Poultry 165°F (74°C), Ground meats 165°F (74°C), Beef/pork/lamb steaks 145°F (63°C) with 3-min rest, Fish 145°F (63°C). Use an instant-read thermometer — do not rely on visual cues alone. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.