Lactose Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
These little skewers are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to announce them. Fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves are threaded together and finished with a golden drizzle of honey, turmeric, and extra virgin olive oil — it's classic caprese with a warm, slightly exotic twist. The turmeric brings a subtle earthiness and a gorgeous color that makes the whole platter look like it came from a restaurant kitchen. Fresh mozzarella is naturally low in lactose compared to aged cheeses, making it a much more comfortable choice for people who are sensitive to dairy but don't want to sacrifice that creamy, milky bite. A pinch of flaky sea salt and an optional balsamic glaze at the end pull every flavor into focus. Assembly is straightforward and almost meditative — fold, thread, repeat — and the payoff is a showstopper dish that takes almost no time at all.
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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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