Save Festive, fresh, and vibrant skewers featuring cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, styled in a charming Christmas tree shape — the perfect holiday appetizer.
Ingredients
- Vegetables & Herbs: 24 cherry tomatoes, 24 fresh basil leaves, large
- Dairy: 24 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- Pantry: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprigs (for the tree trunk and decoration)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and pat dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
- Step 2:
- Drain the mozzarella balls and gently pat them dry.
- Step 3:
- On each wooden skewer, thread ingredients in the following order to mimic a tree: 1 cherry tomato, 1 basil leaf (folded if large), 1 mozzarella ball, 1 basil leaf, 1 cherry tomato, 1 basil leaf, 1 mozzarella ball.
- Step 4:
- Arrange the skewers on a large platter in a triangular (tree) shape.
- Step 5:
- Place rosemary sprigs at the base to resemble the tree trunk and tuck a few extra sprigs among the skewers for a festive look.
- Step 6:
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the skewers.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.
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Save Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use different types of tomatoes?
Yes, mixing red and yellow cherry tomatoes adds extra color and sweetness to the skewers.
- → What alternatives can replace balsamic glaze?
Pesto or a light herb vinaigrette work well as flavorful alternatives to balsamic glaze.
- → How should the skewers be stored if prepared in advance?
Assemble the skewers without dressing and refrigerate. Add olive oil and glaze right before serving to keep them fresh.
- → Are wooden skewers necessary?
Wooden skewers are ideal for ease of handling and presentation, but food-safe metal skewers can be used as a substitute.
- → What wine pairs well with these skewers?
A crisp white wine like Pinot Grigio complements the fresh flavors and creamy texture perfectly.