Wheat Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
These little skewers are a showstopper on any appetizer spread — creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves threaded together and finished with a golden turmeric-honey drizzle that makes the whole platter look like it came from a fancy restaurant. The real magic is in that drizzle: olive oil, honey, turmeric, and freshly cracked black pepper whisked into a silky, warmly spiced sauce that elevates a classic combination without overwhelming it. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat, so there's no swapping, substituting, or label-squinting required — just fresh, whole foods doing exactly what they do best. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt and an optional balsamic glaze add just enough contrast to keep every bite interesting. These come together in minutes and require zero cooking, which makes them ideal for entertaining when you'd rather be talking to your guests than hovering over a stove. Serve them immediately so the basil stays bright and the mozzarella is still cool and fresh — they won't last long either way.
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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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