Description
Celebrate love with these Heart Shaped Caprese Skewers! Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves come together to create a simple yet elegant appetizer. Drizzled with balsamic glaze, they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cherry tomatoes (cut in half to form heart shapes)
- 10 small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 10 heart-shaped toothpicks or skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Rinse and pat dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
- Cut each cherry tomato in half and trim slightly to create a heart shape.
- Drain the mozzarella balls and set them aside.
- Assemble the Skewers:
- Thread one mozzarella ball, one basil leaf, and two tomato halves (arranged in a heart shape) onto each skewer.
- Season the Skewers:
- Arrange the skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and olive oil.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper for extra flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- No cooking is required! Serve immediately as a romantic and light appetizer.
Notes
- Use tricolor cherry tomatoes for a vibrant, festive look.
- For a sweeter glaze, reduce balsamic vinegar with a bit of honey on the stovetop.
- Prepare skewers a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 50 kal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg