Red Green Caprese Skewers (Printable)

Juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella combined with basil create vibrant, festive skewers for any celebration.

# Ingredient List:

→ Produce

01 - 20 red cherry tomatoes
02 - 20 green grape tomatoes (or green cherry tomatoes)
03 - 20 fresh basil leaves

→ Dairy

04 - 20 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)

→ Pantry

05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
07 - Sea salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Rinse and thoroughly dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Pat the mini mozzarella balls dry using paper towels.
02 - Thread one red cherry tomato, one mini mozzarella ball, one green grape tomato, and one basil leaf onto each skewer. Alternate order to enhance visual appeal if preferred.
03 - Place the assembled skewers on a large serving platter or board, forming a triangular shape resembling a Christmas tree by stacking rows from bottom to top.
04 - Evenly drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the skewers and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Optionally, drizzle balsamic glaze over the skewers for enhanced flavor and a festive sheen.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours prior to serving for optimal freshness.

# Tips from the Pros:

01 -
  • Festive and colorful presentation
  • Easy to assemble and serve
02 -
  • For extra color, add gold or yellow cherry tomatoes as ornaments
  • Substitute baby spinach for basil if preferred
03 -
  • Use mini mozzarella balls that are well drained to avoid soggy skewers
  • Drizzle balsamic glaze just before serving for a fresh look
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