Caprese bites with balsamic reduction, a classic Italian dish, are undeniably delicious and visually appealing. Made with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, these bite-sized treats are then drizzled with a sweet and tangy balsamic reduction, creating a perfect balance of flavors. The combination of creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and the fragrant basil, along with the richness of the balsamic reduction, makes for a unique and delightful culinary experience that is sure to impress all.
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CAPRESE SALAD WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION
Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil drizzled with a sweet balsamic reduction and olive oil. Easy, impressive and delicious! Most grocery stores now sell prepared balsamic reductions. Surprisingly it's just as good!
Provided by stefychefy
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir balsamic vinegar and honey together in a small saucepan and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the vinegar mixture has reduced to 1/3 cup, about 10 minutes. Set the balsamic reduction aside to cool.
- Arrange alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese decoratively on a serving platter. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, spread fresh basil leaves over the salad, and drizzle with olive oil and the balsamic reduction.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 89.3 mg, Fat 38.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 18.2 g, Sodium 330.9 mg, Sugar 32.4 g
CAPRESE BITES WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Slice mozzarella into 1/2 inch cubes. Using a toothpick, layer the mozzarella, spinach and tomato. Refrigerate until time to serve. In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring Balsamic Vinegar to a boil. Allow to cook until vinegar thickens and reduces, about 5 - 10 minutes depending on your stove. You should be left with a few tablespoons of the reduction. When ready to serve, drizzle platters with balsamic reduction. Place Caprese bites on top of reduction and serve.
CAPRESE APPETIZER
Caprese salad skewers. Perfect for holiday parties.
Provided by Jessi
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Antipasto Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toss tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, olive oil, basil, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until well coated. Skewer one tomato and one piece of mozzarella cheese on each toothpick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 178.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Choose a high-quality balsamic vinegar for the reduction. A good balsamic vinegar will have a thick, syrupy consistency and a complex flavor.
- If you don't have time to make the balsamic reduction, you can use a store-bought balsamic glaze.
- To make the caprese bites, simply assemble the ingredients on a toothpick or skewer. You can also use small appetizer plates.
- Serve the caprese bites immediately, or chill them for later.
Conclusion:
Caprese bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil, and they are drizzled with a balsamic reduction. Caprese bites are a great way to enjoy the flavors of summer, and they are sure to be a hit with your guests.
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