Nutmeg 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 here is the golden drizzle: a quick whisk of olive oil, honey, turmeric, and black pepper that adds warmth and a subtle floral sweetness to every bite. It's the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you've even finished arranging it. Many classic caprese variations sneak in spice blends or pre-made dressings that can hide unexpected ingredients, but everything here is straightforward and easy to verify at a glance. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt and an optional ribbon of balsamic glaze pull the whole thing together without any fuss. These skewers are ideal for entertaining because there's no cooking involved — just assemble, drizzle, and serve.
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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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