Citrus Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
Classic caprese gets a stunning upgrade here, with creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves threaded onto skewers and finished with a golden drizzle that genuinely stops people in their tracks. That drizzle — a quick whisk of extra virgin olive oil, honey, turmeric, and black pepper — brings a warm, subtly floral note that makes the whole platter feel intentional and a little unexpected. No citrus of any kind touches this recipe, which matters more than you'd think for a dish like this, since lemon juice has a way of sneaking into marinades, dressings, and store-bought glazes. Everything here is straightforward and naturally free of it, so you can serve with full confidence. The optional balsamic glaze at the end adds a rich, tangy depth without relying on any citrus-based acidity. Assembly is genuinely easy — fold, thread, drizzle, done — and the result looks like something you'd find at a catered event. Bring these to a party and watch them disappear before you've even set down the platter.
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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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