Emulsifier Free Mediterranean Tomato, Olive & Fruit Skewers with Almonds
These vibrant skewers bring together the bold, briny punch of Kalamata olives, the sweetness of red grapes and strawberries, and the satisfying crunch of dry-roasted almonds — all threaded onto a single stick for a dish that looks as stunning as it tastes. The dressing is nothing more than extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, turmeric, black pepper, and sea salt whisked together, which means every single ingredient is completely whole and unprocessed. For anyone navigating emulsifier-free eating, that simplicity is the whole point — no stabilizers, no additives, no label-reading anxiety. The golden turmeric dressing ties the sweet and savory elements together beautifully, giving the platter a warm, Mediterranean glow. Torn fresh mint scattered over the top adds a bright, herby finish that makes the whole thing feel like something you'd find at a sun-drenched coastal table. These skewers work equally well as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a light lunch, or a colorful addition to a grazing spread.
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4 servings
Skewers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted
- 1 cup seedless red grapes
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved if large
- ½ cup dry-roasted almonds (unsalted)
Dressing
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, ground turmeric, black pepper, and flaky sea salt until combined.
- 2
Thread the skewers by alternating cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red grapes, strawberries, and almonds — aim for 4–5 pieces per skewer, distributing the ingredients evenly across all 12 skewers.
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