Fresh Mini Caprese Skewers Recipe Easy Healthy Appetizer with Whole Wheat Crackers
These fresh mini Caprese skewers with whole wheat crackers are a quick, easy, and healthy appetizer featuring cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15-20 minutes
- Yield: 40 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint (300g) cherry or grape tomatoes, washed and dried
- 8 ounces (225g) fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), drained
- 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
- Around 40 whole wheat crackers (such as Triscuit or similar)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Wooden toothpicks or mini skewers (about 40) for assembling
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes thoroughly. Place them in a mixing bowl and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Remove the mozzarella balls from their liquid and pat them dry with paper towels to prevent excess moisture.
- Gently wash the basil leaves and pat dry completely.
- Take a mini skewer or toothpick and thread one cherry tomato, followed by a basil leaf (folded if large), then one mozzarella ball. Repeat until all ingredients are used. Keep the skewers refrigerated as you go to maintain freshness.
- Lay out whole wheat crackers on your serving platter. Place one assembled skewer on top of each cracker. If crackers are smaller or brittle, serve skewers alongside crackers instead.
- Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the skewers and crackers. If using balsamic glaze, lightly drizzle it over the skewers. Finish with a light sprinkle of sea salt and pepper.
- Refrigerate the assembled skewers for 10-15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and keep everything crisp and fresh.
Notes
Dry mozzarella and basil leaves well to prevent soggy crackers. Assemble skewers close to serving time to maintain cracker crunch. Optional balsamic glaze adds sweetness and tang. Variations include gluten-free crackers or dairy-free cheese alternatives for dietary needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer with 1 crac
- Calories: 7090
- Sugar: 23
- Sodium: 100150
- Fat: 56
- Saturated Fat: 23
- Carbohydrates: 57
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 45
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