Caprese Skewers

Submitted by Pomtini

"Classic caprese salad turned into an easy and elegant appetizer. *If you can't find small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) you can buy a larger ball of fresh mozzarella and cut it into 1/2 in cubes."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 16

ingredients

• 1 pint grape tomatoes, Halved Cross-wise
• 8 ounces bocconcini, Small Fresh Mozzarella Balls
• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 6 thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
• 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 32 (4 inch) wooden skewers

directions

1. Thread 1 tomato half, 1 piece of cheese, and another tomato half onto each skewer. Place skewers in a shallow serving dish.
2. Whisk together oil,balsamic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle oil mixture over skewers. Sprinkle with basil, and salt and pepper to taste.