Cherry Tomato and Bocconcini Skewers
Cherry tomato and bocconcini skewers are quick and easy appetizers to make. These make-ahead skewer appetizers are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 23 cherry tomatoes about the same size as the bocconcini
- 23 cherry bocconcini (220 grams / 7 ounce)
- 23 fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper optional
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes.
- Drain the bocconcini and rinse under cold water.
- Rinse the basil leaves under cool running water, let them drip dry for a few moments over the sink. Pull off 23 nice-looking leaves.
- Next, assemble the skewers by threading a tomato, basil leaf, and mozzarella ball onto a wooden skewer. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Arrange on a serving platter, sprinkle with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.
Notes
- The 220 gram (7 ounces) container of cherry bocconcini we used had 23 bocconcini balls. The 220 gram (7 ounces) container of cherry bocconcini we used had 23 bocconcini balls.
- Because of the delicate basil leaves, these cherry tomatoes and bocconcini skewers should be made on the day.
- You can make them several hours in advance and store them in the fridge until ready. Allow them to come to room temperature about 30 - 60 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 skewerCalories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 22mgPotassium: 38mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 104IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 103mgIron: 1mg
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