Breastfeeding Friendly Party-Style Tomato Basil Skewers
Eating well while nursing doesn't have to mean bland or boring, and these vibrant little skewers are proof of that. Fresh mozzarella delivers a solid hit of calcium and protein, both of which your body is working overtime to replenish right now, while the cherry tomatoes bring a bright, juicy pop of vitamins in every bite. The basil adds an herby freshness that makes the whole thing feel like something you'd find at a fancy appetizer spread — not a quick snack thrown together between feeds. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze ties it all together with a richness that feels genuinely satisfying rather than just functional. Because everything here is whole, recognizable, and straightforward, you don't have to second-guess a single ingredient. These come together in minutes with zero cooking required, which is exactly the kind of recipe that actually gets made during those exhausting early months. They're equally at home on a party platter or eaten standing over the kitchen counter — no judgment either way.
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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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