Yeast 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 the classic caprese combination, then taken somewhere unexpected with a golden drizzle of honey, turmeric, and extra virgin olive oil. That warm, earthy drizzle is what sets this apart — the turmeric adds a subtle depth and a gorgeous color that makes the whole platter look almost too pretty to eat. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of yeast, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt pulls everything together, and an optional balsamic glaze adds a tangy sweetness if you want to lean into the contrast. These come together in minutes with no cooking required, which makes them perfect for entertaining without any last-minute stress. Serve them immediately so the basil stays bright and the mozzarella is at its creamy best.
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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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