Pork 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 in that classic Italian combination, then taken somewhere unexpected with a golden drizzle of honey, turmeric, and extra virgin olive oil. The turmeric gives the whole thing a warm, earthy note that plays beautifully against the cool, milky cheese and the bright acidity of the tomatoes. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of pork and pork derivatives — no cured meats, no hidden additives — so you can serve these confidently at any gathering without a second thought. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt and an optional ribbon of balsamic glaze pull everything together into something that looks far more impressive than the effort involved. They come together in minutes, require zero cooking, and still manage to feel genuinely special on the table.
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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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