Chestnut Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
These little skewers are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you've even finished setting it down. Creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil come together in the classic caprese combination — then a golden drizzle of honey, turmeric, and extra virgin olive oil takes the whole thing somewhere unexpected and genuinely exciting. The turmeric adds a warm, earthy note that plays beautifully against the sweetness of the honey and the brightness of the tomatoes. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt and an optional balsamic glaze round everything out with just the right amount of contrast. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just straightforward, beautiful food. Assembly is quick and intuitive, making this a smart choice for entertaining when you want something that looks impressive without a lot of effort. Serve them immediately so the mozzarella stays cool and the drizzle stays glossy.
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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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