Strawberry Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients

  • 16 fresh, small strawberries, washed and cut in half across the width, hull intact
  • 32 medium fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
  • 16 Ciliegine (mini-Mozzarella balls)
  • 1 C. balsamic vinegar
  • 2 T Calizo Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Lemon, light drizzle
  • Additional equipment:
  • 16 6” wooden skewers
  • Tip: The warm balsamic glaze will start to melt the cheese on contact. For a cleaner presentation, avoid adding the glaze to the cheese while drizzling it onto the skewers.
Step 1

Thread the top half of one strawberry onto a wooden skewer with the hull facing up.

Next, fold one basil leaf in half, dark side facing out, and add it to the skewer. Add one mini-Mozzarella ball, followed by another folded basil leaf, and the bottom half of the strawberry.

Step 2

Repeat Step #1 with the remaining strawberries, basil, and Mozzarella until you have 16 completed skewers. Arrange on a serving platter and set aside.

Step 3

To prepare the glaze, add balsamic vinegar to a small sauté pan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vinegar is reduced to about 1/3 of its original volume.

Step 4

Remove glaze from heat and let cool slightly.

Drizzle over the skewers, along with some Calizo Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Lemon, if desired. Serve immediately.

Enjoy!