Pistachio Free Mediterranean Tomato, Olive & Fruit Skewers with Almonds
These skewers are a vibrant, no-cook crowd-pleaser that brings together the sweet, savory, and briny in every single bite. Juicy cherry tomatoes and red grapes sit alongside bold Kalamata olives and fresh strawberries, all threaded onto skewers with crunchy dry-roasted almonds for a satisfying contrast in texture. A quick drizzle of turmeric-lemon dressing ties everything together with a warm, citrusy brightness that feels anything but ordinary. The whole thing comes together in minutes — no oven, no stovetop, just a whisk and a platter. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns around pistachios specifically, this recipe leans on almonds instead, keeping that satisfying crunch without any of the worry. Torn fresh mint scattered over the top at the end adds a cool, herby finish that makes the platter look as good as it tastes. Whether you're serving these at a summer gathering or just want something fresh and impressive on a weeknight, they deliver every time.
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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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