Description
Spiedini Caprese a Tema Natalizio is a festive twist on the classic Caprese salad, perfect for holiday gatherings. Skewered cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil are drizzled with balsamic glaze for a colorful and delicious appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 cherry tomatoes
- 20 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 20 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 20 small skewers or toothpicks
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes.
- Drain the mozzarella balls and pat them dry.
- Thread one cherry tomato, one basil leaf, and one mozzarella ball onto each skewer.
- Arrange the skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
- If balsamic glaze is not available, reduce balsamic vinegar with a little honey until thickened.
- For a festive touch, alternate red and green cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Spiedini Caprese, Christmas appetizer, Caprese skewers, holiday food, Italian appetizer