Macadamia Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
Fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil come together on 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. A pinch of flaky sea salt and an optional ribbon of balsamic glaze finish everything off with just the right balance of savory and bright. These are the kind of appetizers that disappear from a platter in minutes, whether you're hosting a dinner party or just putting together a casual spread. The ingredient list is refreshingly short and straightforward — no specialty swaps or hard-to-find items, just clean, whole foods that do all the heavy lifting. Assembly is quick and intuitive, making this a low-stress option when you want something that looks impressive without a lot of effort.
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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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