Caprese Bites
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly simple, these Caprese Bites are the perfect appetizer for any gathering or quick snack. This no-cook recipe combines juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and fragrant fresh basil leaves, all skewered together for a bite-sized take on the classic Caprese salad. Drizzled with velvety extra virgin olive oil, a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze, and finished with a sprinkle of salt and pepper, these handheld delights are bursting with vibrant flavors and effortless elegance. Ready in just 15 minutes, these Caprese Bites are ideal for entertaining or adding a touch of sophistication to your everyday snacking. Perfect for fans of easy appetizers, Italian-inspired dishes, and beautiful finger foods!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 20 pieces Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 20 pieces Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 20 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Start by rinsing the cherry tomatoes and patting them dry with a paper towel.
Cut each fresh mozzarella ball in half if they are slightly larger and need to be bite-sized.
Rinse the basil leaves and gently pat them dry.
Lay out the ingredients to begin assembling the Caprese Bites.
Take a toothpick and skewer a cherry tomato, followed by a fresh basil leaf (folded in half if large), and then a mozzarella ball.
Repeat the process until all 20 toothpicks are assembled with the tomato, basil, and mozzarella combination.
Arrange the assembled Caprese Bites on a serving platter.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the bites.
Sprinkle the bites with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Finally, drizzle the balsamic glaze in a decorative pattern over the Caprese Bites for a touch of sweetness and tang.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1790 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.8 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.1 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 1617 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.1 g | ||
| Protein | 103.9 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2076 mg | 160% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1373 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
