Artificial Flavors Free Party-Style Tomato Basil Skewers
These little skewers are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to announce them. Each bite layers juicy cherry tomato, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil into something that tastes far more impressive than the effort involved. The drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze ties everything together with a sweet, tangy finish that feels genuinely restaurant-worthy. When you're trying to avoid artificial flavors, party food can be a minefield — store-bought dips, dressings, and pre-marinated bites are often loaded with synthetic additives you'd rather skip. Here, every ingredient is exactly what it says it is: real produce, real cheese, real herbs, and pantry staples with nothing hidden in the fine print. Assembly is straightforward and almost meditative, and the finished platter looks stunning with almost zero cleanup. Keep a toothpick handy, because these go fast.
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8 servings
- 24 cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cut into 24 bite-sized cubes
- 24 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Fold each basil leaf in half lengthwise so it forms a compact bundle, then thread one cherry tomato, one folded basil leaf, and one mozzarella cube onto each small skewer or toothpick, in that order. Repeat with the remaining 23 skewers.
- 2
Arrange the finished skewers in a single layer on a serving platter.
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