Cinnamon Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
Fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil come together on skewers that are as gorgeous to look at as they are to eat. The real star is the golden drizzle — a quick whisk of extra virgin olive oil, honey, turmeric, and black pepper that adds warmth and a subtle floral sweetness without leaning on any spice blends that might sneak in unwanted ingredients. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, that kind of ingredient transparency is genuinely refreshing, and every component here is straightforward and easy to verify. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt pulls everything into focus, and a little balsamic glaze on top takes the whole platter somewhere truly special. These come together in minutes with no cooking required, making them ideal for entertaining or a light appetizer any night of the week. The turmeric gives the drizzle a beautiful amber hue that makes the platter look like it took far more effort than it actually did.
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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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