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Fresh Caprese Salad Skewers Recipe with Easy Sweet Balsamic Reduction

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Fresh, vibrant Caprese salad skewers with a sweet balsamic reduction glaze, perfect for a quick and elegant summer appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pint (about 300g) cherry tomatoes
  • 8 ounces (225g) fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
  • 20 to 25 fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) good-quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Wooden skewers, 12-inch length (soaked in water for 15 minutes before use)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the balsamic reduction: Pour 1/2 cup (120ml) balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar. Heat over medium until boiling, then reduce to low and simmer for 10–15 minutes until syrupy. Stir occasionally and watch to avoid burning. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Rinse cherry tomatoes and basil leaves under cold water and pat dry. Drain mozzarella balls thoroughly.
  3. Assemble skewers by threading one cherry tomato, a folded basil leaf, and a mozzarella ball onto each skewer. Repeat pattern if skewer length allows, ending with a tomato. Prepare about 12 skewers.
  4. Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Drizzle the cooled balsamic reduction over the skewers using a spoon or squeeze bottle.
  6. Serve immediately or prepare up to 30 minutes ahead and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent burning the balsamic reduction. Avoid over-soaking mozzarella to prevent watery skewers. Warm balsamic reduction gently if it thickens too much before use. Serve skewers at room temperature for best flavor. Can be made vegan by substituting mozzarella with vegan cheese and honey with maple or agave syrup.

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Keywords: Caprese salad, skewers, balsamic reduction, appetizer, summer recipe, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil

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