Mini Caprese Salad Skewers Delight (Printable)

Savor colorful mini caprese skewers topped with balsamic glaze for a fresh snack.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables & Cheese

01 - 12 cherry tomatoes
02 - 12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
03 - 12 fresh basil leaves

→ Balsamic Glaze

04 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
05 - 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)

→ Garnish & Assembly

06 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
08 - Sea salt, to taste
09 - 12 small wooden skewers or cocktail picks

# How-To:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reduces by half and is syrupy about 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
02 - Thread one cherry tomato, one mini mozzarella ball, and one fresh basil leaf onto each skewer. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
03 - Drizzle assembled skewers lightly with olive oil. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
04 - Finish by drizzling the cooled balsamic glaze over the skewers just before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These skewers bring a splash of summer to any gathering or snack time.
  • With no cooking required, they are a quick win for busy weeknights or last-minute get-togethers.
02 -
  • I've learned to keep simmering the glaze until it's thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  • Experimenting with heirloom cherry tomatoes introduced a pop of color that made these skewers even more appealing.
03 -
  • It's worth marinating your mozzarella beforehand for a burst of flavor.
  • Using a good quality balsamic vinegar makes all the difference in taste.
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