Hazelnut Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
Fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil come together on little skewers that look almost too pretty to eat — almost. The real star is the golden drizzle made from extra virgin olive oil, honey, turmeric, and a crack of black pepper, which adds a warm, subtly earthy sweetness that takes classic caprese somewhere unexpected. Everything here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden ingredients sneaking into your appetizer spread. Assembly is genuinely simple: fold, thread, repeat, and you've got an elegant platter ready in minutes. A pinch of flaky sea salt over the top and an optional balsamic glaze finish tie the whole thing together with a little tang and crunch. These are ideal for entertaining because they're grab-and-go, visually stunning, and crowd-pleasing without any fuss.
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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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