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Fresh Red White and Blue Caprese Skewers Easy Patriotic Appetizer Recipe

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These fresh red white and blue Caprese skewers combine cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, blueberries, and basil with a homemade balsamic glaze for a quick, easy, and visually stunning patriotic appetizer perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 20 cherry tomatoes
  • 20 small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
  • 20 fresh blueberries
  • 20 fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for glaze sweetness)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • About 20 wooden skewers or toothpicks

Instructions

  1. Prepare the balsamic glaze: Pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low until it simmers gently. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened to a syrupy consistency (about 10-12 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon honey if desired. Set aside to cool.
  2. Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes, blueberries, and basil leaves thoroughly with paper towels to avoid sogginess.
  3. Assemble the skewers by threading one cherry tomato, one basil leaf (folded if large), one mozzarella ball, and one blueberry onto each wooden skewer or toothpick. Keep the ingredients snug but not squished.
  4. Arrange the skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Drizzle the cooled balsamic glaze generously over the skewers.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour. If chilled, let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat ingredients dry to avoid sogginess. Assemble just before serving for freshest taste. Soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Balsamic glaze can be stored refrigerated for up to two weeks. For dairy-free, substitute mozzarella with vegan cheese pearls or marinated tofu cubes. Frozen blueberries can be used if thawed and patted dry.

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