Incredible Strawberry Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze Recipe
My kids love these strawberry Caprese skewers with balsamic glaze. They always return an empty plate. It is undoubtedly a fun variation to the classical salad. The festive red, green and white colors at one place make this twisty salad loved by all.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 146kcal
Equipment
- Additional equipment: 16 6” wooden skewers
Ingredients
- 16 small strawberries washed and cut in half across the width, hull intact
- 32 basil leaves fresh, washed and patted dry
- 16 Ciliegine (mini-Mozzarella balls)
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil to drizzle Optional: high-quality
Instructions
- Thread the top half of one strawberry onto a wooden skewer with the hull facing up. Next, fold one basil leaf in half, dark side facing out, and add it to the skewer. Add one mini-Mozzarella ball, followed by another folded basil leaf, and the bottom half of the strawberry.
- Repeat Step #1 with the remaining strawberries, basil, and Mozzarella until you have 16 completed skewers. Arrange on a serving platter and set aside.
- To prepare the glaze, add balsamic vinegar to a small sauté pan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vinegar is reduced to about 1/3 of its original volume.
- Remove glaze from heat and let cool slightly. Drizzle over the skewers, along with some extra virgin olive oil, if desired. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
Tip: The warm balsamic glaze will start to melt the cheese on contact. For a cleaner presentation, avoid adding the glaze to the cheese while drizzling it onto the skewers.