Caprese Skewers
Caprese skewers can be made traditionally by layering fresh mozarella, basil leaves, and fresh tomatoes then finishing with a balsamic glaze. You can also make these as pictured, with a garlic and oregano-infused olive oil.
Servings 15 -20
Calories 222kcal
Ingredients
- Grape or cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- toothpicks for serving
FOR OREGANO-INFUSED
- ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder - or more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
FOR BALSAMIC GLAZED
- fresh basil leaves
- balsamic glaze
Instructions
IF MAKING OREGANO INFUSED:
- Combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, and sea salt in a small mason jar or glass container and shake well to combine. Let sit at room temperature for a day or two to allow the flavors to meld.
- When the oil is ready, cut mozzarella into cubes about the same size as tomatoes.
- combine oil, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella in a bowl and stir gently to coat.
- Serve in a serving dish or assemble with toothpicks or skewers for an appetizer.
IF MAKING BALSAMIC GLAZED:
- Combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and about 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze in a bowl and stir gently to coat.
- Layer a wedge or ball of mozzarella, a basil leaf, and a tomato and pierce with a toothpick.
- Drizzle with more balsamic glaze.
- If you have leftovers, store in the fridge and remove 30 minutes before serving again. Best served fresh.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 339mg | Sugar: 4g