Pescatarian 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 sit down. Creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil come together in the classic caprese combination — but the real star here is the golden turmeric-honey drizzle that ties everything together with a subtle warmth and floral sweetness. Whisking together olive oil, honey, turmeric, and freshly cracked black pepper takes about thirty seconds and transforms a familiar flavor profile into something genuinely memorable. The optional balsamic glaze adds a tangy, syrupy finish that plays beautifully against the richness of the mozzarella. Assembly is straightforward — fold, thread, drizzle, done — making this an ideal choice when you want something impressive without spending hours in the kitchen. Since every ingredient here is naturally plant-based or dairy, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out to keep things meat-free. Serve them immediately so the basil stays bright and the cheese is still cool and fresh.
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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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