Description
These vibrant Mediterranean skewers combine cherry tomatoes, soft mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Perfect for summer gatherings, they’re assembled with no cooking required, featuring a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic glaze. A simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer that balances creamy, tangy, and herbaceous flavors with colorful presentation.
Ingredients
12 cherry tomatoes
12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
12–15 fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar (non-alcohol)
1 pinch salt
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Rinse cherry tomatoes and pat dry with a clean towel
Drain and gently blot mini mozzarella balls with paper towels
Tuck basil leaves between paper towels or a damp cloth to keep fresh
Place balsamic glaze in a small squeeze bottle
Alternate threading cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves onto toothpicks
Lightly drizzle olive oil over each skewer and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper
Finish by drizzling balsamic glaze before serving
Notes
Use heirloom tomatoes for a visual upgrade
Substitute mozzarella with burrata for a richer texture
Replace basil with mint or arugula for seasonal variation
Storage: Assemble skewers up to 2 hours ahead; refrigerate until serving
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 skewers
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg