Caprese Skewers Pesto Drizzle (Printable version)

Juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and basil on skewers with a vibrant pesto drizzle – perfect for summer gatherings.

# 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:

01 - Thread one cherry tomato, one mozzarella ball, and one basil leaf onto each skewer in sequence. Arrange the prepared skewers on a serving platter.
02 - In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic clove, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped.
03 - With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil 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.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for last-minute entertaining.
  • Fresh, vibrant ingredients celebrate classic Italian flavors.
  • Healthy, vegetarian and gluten-free option suitable for many diets.
  • No cooking required, just simple assembly and a flavorful pesto drizzle.
02 -
  • Use the freshest, ripest cherry tomatoes and basil for the best flavor.
  • Lightly toast pine nuts before blending to enhance their nuttiness.
  • Pulse the pesto ingredients gently to avoid over-processing and keep a slightly coarse texture.
  • Chill skewers before serving to keep mozzarella firm and fresh.
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