Basil-Infused Tomato and Mozzarella Caprese Skewers

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Fresh mozzarella and ripe cherry tomatoes threaded onto skewers, drizzled with basil-infused olive oil and balsamic glaze for a simple yet flavorful appetizer. This Italian quick recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 5, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 5 Italian cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: To infuse the olive oil, gently bruise 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves and combine with 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat for 10 minutes without boiling, then strain and let cool.
  2. Step 2: Thread onto each of the 5 wooden skewers in alternating order: 4 cherry tomatoes, 4 fresh basil leaves, and 4 fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini).
  3. Step 3: Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle the cooled basil-infused olive oil evenly over the skewers, then sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Finish by drizzling 2 tbsp balsamic glaze over the assembled skewers for a sweet tangy contrast.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour before serving to keep fresh.

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