Watermelon Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Make elegant, no-cook summer party food ideas with these refreshing watermelon caprese skewers. This simple appetizer is perfect for Memorial Day sides.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 24 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 8 ounces small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or pearls), drained
- 24 fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade reduction)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes, roughly the same size as your mozzarella balls.
- Take one skewer and thread the ingredients in this order: one watermelon cube, one folded basil leaf, and one mozzarella ball. Repeat this sequence once more if your skewer allows, ending with a mozzarella ball.
- Arrange the assembled watermelon appetizers on a serving platter.
- Just before serving, drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over all the skewers.
- If desired, lightly sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
Notes
- To make a quick balsamic reduction, simmer 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until it reduces by half and coats the back of a spoon. Let it cool before drizzling.
- For a more uniform look, use toothpicks instead of longer skewers for a smaller bite.
- Prepare the fruit and cheese ahead of time, but only add the glaze right before guests arrive for the best appearance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 30
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 10
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