Artificial Flavors Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
These little skewers are a showstopper on any appetizer spread — creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil all threaded together and finished with a golden turmeric-honey drizzle that makes them look almost too pretty to eat. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which means you can put these together without scanning a single label for hidden flavor additives or synthetic enhancers. The drizzle is whisked together in minutes from extra virgin olive oil, real honey, ground turmeric, and freshly cracked black pepper — nothing mysterious, nothing artificial. That warm golden coating plays beautifully against the cool, milky mozzarella and the bright pop of tomato in every bite. A pinch of flaky sea salt at the end ties everything together, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze takes it fully over the top if you want a little extra depth. These are the kind of appetizers that disappear fast at a party, and the best part is knowing exactly what went into every single one.
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4 servings
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 oz fresh basil leaves (about 20–24 medium leaves)
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
For the drizzle
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For serving
- 1–2 tsp balsamic glaze, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, honey, ground turmeric, and freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is smooth and evenly golden.
- 2
Thread the skewers by folding a basil leaf in half, then alternating: basil, cherry tomato, mozzarella cube, basil, cherry tomato, mozzarella — repeating until each skewer holds 2–3 of each. Aim for about 16–20 skewers total.
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