Soy 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, then gets finished with a drizzle of good olive oil and balsamic glaze that ties everything together beautifully. The combination of bright, acidic tomato with rich, milky cheese and fragrant basil is a classic for a reason — and threading it all onto a skewer just makes it that much more fun to eat. For anyone navigating soy sensitivities, this recipe is naturally in the clear: every single ingredient is whole and straightforward, with no hidden sauces or processed components that typically sneak soy into party food. Flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper at the end add just the right finishing touch without any fuss. They come together quickly, look stunning on a platter, and taste like something you'd order at a nice restaurant — which makes them the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
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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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