Xanthan Gum Free Mediterranean Tomato, Olive & Fruit Skewers with Almonds
These vibrant skewers bring together the bold, briny punch of Kalamata olives and juicy cherry tomatoes with the natural sweetness of red grapes and fresh strawberries — a combination that sounds unexpected but absolutely works. Crunchy dry-roasted almonds threaded between each piece add satisfying texture and a nutty richness that ties everything together. The whole platter gets finished with a simple drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice brightened by a whisper of ground turmeric, giving every bite a warm, golden depth. For anyone navigating thickener sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of any gums or stabilizers — every ingredient is whole, recognizable, and exactly what it says it is. No label-reading anxiety, no hidden additives, just clean, fresh produce and pantry staples doing all the heavy lifting. A scatter of torn fresh mint over the finished platter takes it from casual snack to something you'd proudly set out at a dinner party. It comes together in minutes and looks genuinely stunning on the table.
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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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