Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Whole FoodsCaprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients
For the Caprese Skewers
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, organic
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, small (bocconcini or ciliegine), organic
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, organic, medium-sized
- 12 wooden skewers, 6-inch
For the Balsamic Glaze
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, organic, high-quality
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup, organic, grade A (optional, for sweetness)
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, flaky
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and optional maple syrup. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. It should reduce by about half. Be careful not to over-reduce, as it will thicken more as it cools. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. The glaze can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
⏱️ 10 min
- 2
Prepare the Caprese skewers: Drain the fresh mozzarella balls if they are packed in water. If using larger mozzarella balls, cut them into bite-sized pieces similar in size to the cherry tomatoes. Gently wash and dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Assemble the skewers: Thread one cherry tomato onto a wooden skewer, followed by a folded basil leaf, and then a mozzarella ball. Repeat this pattern once more on each skewer, ending with a cherry tomato. You should have two tomatoes, two basil leaves, and two mozzarella balls per skewer. Arrange the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
⏱️ 15 min
- 4
Serve: Drizzle the cooled balsamic glaze generously over the assembled Caprese skewers. If desired, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper just before serving. Serve immediately as a fresh and vibrant appetizer.
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Whole FoodsCaprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients
For the Caprese Skewers
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, organic
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, small (bocconcini or ciliegine), organic
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, organic, medium-sized
- 12 wooden skewers, 6-inch
For the Balsamic Glaze
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, organic, high-quality
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup, organic, grade A (optional, for sweetness)
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, flaky
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and optional maple syrup. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. It should reduce by about half. Be careful not to over-reduce, as it will thicken more as it cools. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. The glaze can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
⏱️ 10 min - 2
Prepare the Caprese skewers: Drain the fresh mozzarella balls if they are packed in water. If using larger mozzarella balls, cut them into bite-sized pieces similar in size to the cherry tomatoes. Gently wash and dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Assemble the skewers: Thread one cherry tomato onto a wooden skewer, followed by a folded basil leaf, and then a mozzarella ball. Repeat this pattern once more on each skewer, ending with a cherry tomato. You should have two tomatoes, two basil leaves, and two mozzarella balls per skewer. Arrange the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
⏱️ 15 min - 4
Serve: Drizzle the cooled balsamic glaze generously over the assembled Caprese skewers. If desired, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper just before serving. Serve immediately as a fresh and vibrant appetizer.