Caprese Skewers with Pesto (Printer-friendly)

Juicy tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on skewers topped with fresh pesto for a light, refreshing bite.

# 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

# How To Make It:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines classic Italian flavors in a simple, handheld appetizer.
  • No cooking required, making it quick and easy to prepare.
  • Perfectly portioned for parties or light snacks.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free to suit various diets.
02 -
  • Use small wooden or bamboo skewers for easy handling and an attractive presentation.
  • Pulse the pesto ingredients carefully to avoid overprocessing; you want a slightly textured sauce.
  • Season the pesto at the end to balance the flavors perfectly.
  • Keep pesto refrigerated and covered if making ahead, and give it a quick stir before drizzling.
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