Cashew 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 one layers a juicy cherry tomato, a folded fresh basil leaf, and a creamy cube of mozzarella into a single, gorgeous bite. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze ties everything together with a sweet-tangy finish, while flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper make the flavors pop. The whole thing comes together without any cooking — just thread, drizzle, and serve. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns at parties, this is the kind of crowd-pleaser that requires zero substitutions or label-checking, because every ingredient is naturally simple and clean. They look stunning on a platter and taste even better, which is a rare combination for something this effortless to pull off.
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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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