Nutmeg Free Mediterranean Tomato, Olive & Fruit Skewers with Almonds
These vibrant skewers bring together the best of sweet and savory in one stunning, no-cook spread. Juicy cherry tomatoes and briny Kalamata olives share the stick with plump red grapes, fresh strawberries, and crunchy dry-roasted almonds — a combination that sounds unexpected but absolutely delivers. A quick drizzle of turmeric-lemon dressing ties everything together with a bright, golden warmth that makes the whole platter pop. Torn fresh mint scattered over the top adds a cool, herby finish that keeps every bite feeling lively. Many spice blends and store-bought dressings sneak in warming spices you might not want, but this recipe keeps full control in your hands with a short, clean ingredient list. The dressing is whisked together in minutes from pantry staples, so there's no guesswork about what's actually in it. Whether you're building a party appetizer spread or a light lunch, these skewers come together fast and look like you put in way more effort than you did.
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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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