Sesame 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 what they are. Creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil come together in a classic combination, but the turmeric honey drizzle is what makes this version genuinely memorable — warm, floral, and just a little unexpected. The golden drizzle is whisked together in minutes from olive oil, honey, turmeric, and black pepper, so there's no cooking involved and almost no cleanup. For anyone navigating sesame sensitivities, this recipe is a breath of fresh air at parties, where tahini-laced dips and sesame-crusted bites tend to lurk everywhere. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of sesame in any form — no hidden oils, no seed garnishes, no ambiguity. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt and an optional balsamic glaze take the whole thing over the top. Bring these to your next gathering and watch them vanish.
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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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