Caprese Skewers Pesto Drizzle (Print view)

Bright skewers combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a fresh herb pesto drizzle for summer bites.

# What You'll Need:

→ Skewers

01 - 12 cherry tomatoes
02 - 12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
03 - 12 fresh basil leaves
04 - 12 small wooden or bamboo skewers

→ Pesto Drizzle

05 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
06 - 2 tablespoons pine nuts
07 - 1 small garlic clove
08 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Thread one cherry tomato, one mozzarella ball, and one basil leaf onto each skewer in sequence. Arrange the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
02 - In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic clove, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped.
03 - With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
04 - Drizzle the pesto over the assembled skewers immediately before serving.

# Expert Ideas:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare, ready in just 15 minutes.
  • Bright, fresh flavors that perfectly balance juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil.
  • The homemade pesto drizzle adds a delicious, zesty finish.
  • Perfect for summer parties and gatherings.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free friendly.
02 -
  • Use high-quality fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil for the best pesto flavor.
  • Toast pine nuts lightly to deepen their flavor before adding to the pesto.
  • Pulse the pesto ingredients carefully to avoid over-processing; a bit of texture enhances the taste.
  • Keep the mozzarella balls well-drained to prevent sogginess on the skewers.
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