Best 6 Caprese Kabob Skewers Recipes

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Caprese kabob skewers are a delightful appetizer or light meal that captures the flavors of the classic Italian salad: caprese. Made with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and tangy balsamic glaze, these colorful skewers are perfect for summer gatherings or casual get-togethers. With a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create a dish that is both visually appealing and bursting with deliciousness.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CAPRESE SALAD KABOBS



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Trade in the usual veggie platter for these fun kabobs. In addition to preparing these for get-togethers, I often make these as snacks for my family. And because assembly is so easy, the kids often ask to help. —Christine Mitchell, Glendora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 12 kabobs.

Number Of Ingredients 5

24 grape tomatoes
12 cherry-size fresh mozzarella cheese balls
24 fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • On each of 12 appetizer skewers, alternately thread 2 tomatoes, 1 cheese ball and 2 basil leaves. Whisk olive oil and vinegar; drizzle over kabobs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAPRESE KABOB



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bocconcini (fresh mozzarella balls)
1 pound cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup olive oil, plus additional for drizzling
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch fresh basil
1/2 large baguette, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine the bocconcini, tomatoes, oil, salt, pepper flakes and some black pepper. Toss until fully combined.
  • Build the skewers: Thread basil, tomato, mozzarella and bread onto long wooden skewers; repeat in that sequence. Place the skewers on a baking sheet and drizzle oil over the bread. Set aside for 5 minutes to marinate, then drain off excess oil.
  • Grill, rotating constantly, until the cheese is warmed and the bread is toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

CAPRESE APPETIZER



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Caprese salad skewers. Perfect for holiday parties.

Provided by Jessi

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

20 grape tomatoes
10 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
20 toothpicks

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

CAPRESE SKEWERS



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An elegant and easy take on a classic caprese skewer dish. Great for an appetizer at a dinner party. Serve with a small bowl of balsamic vinegar and good quality olive oil for dipping.

Provided by ErinCC

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) container small fresh mozzarella balls
1 (4 ounce) package fresh basil leaves
1 (10.5 ounce) container cherry tomatoes, halved
24 small skewers, or as needed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Wrap each mozzarella ball with a basil leaf.
  • Thread a tomato half, a basil-wrapped mozzarella ball, and another tomato half onto a skewer. Repeat until all tomatoes are on skewers. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 7.3 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 21.1 mg

CAPRESE SKEWERS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 baby tomatoes, sliced in 1/2
1 fresh buffalo mozzarella sliced into 40 cubes
Fresh basil, larger leaves torn in 1/2
Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
Good aged balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Using a skewer, put 1/2 tomato, cut side up, followed by a piece of mozzarella, basil, second piece of mozzarella and finish with another tomato half. Season skewers with salt, pepper, oil and vinegar.

CAPRESE KABOBS



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Caprese kabobs are an easy, no-cook, make-ahead and delicious appetizer for any party! Your guests will love these bite-sized caprese skewers filled with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and balsamic glaze.

Provided by Jamielyn Nye

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 toothpicks
20 cherry tomatoes
20 mozzarella balls
20 fresh basil leaves
Balsamic glaze
Salt and fresh cracked pepper

Steps:

  • Pierce the tomato, mozzarella and basil through the toothpick. Place on a plate and then sprinkle salt and pepper on top of the kabobs. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the skewers just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 22 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the kabobs in a grill pan over medium heat.
  • Don't overcrowd the kabobs on the grill or they won't cook evenly.
  • Cook the kabobs until the shrimp is pink and opaque and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Serve the kabobs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as pesto, marinara, or tzatziki sauce.

Conclusion:

Caprese kabob skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for summer grilling parties or potlucks. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give caprese kabob skewers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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