No-Cook Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Drizzle
A refreshing, no-cook salad of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, finished with a balsamic glaze. This Italian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs Mozzarella balls, Fresh tomatoes, Fresh basil leaves into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.
Ingredients
- 6, quartered Mozzarella balls
- 4, sliced Fresh tomatoes
- 10, torn Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Thread 6 quartered mozzarella balls, 4 sliced tomatoes, and 10 torn basil leaves onto skewers. Arrange on a serving platter.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the skewers.
- Step 3: Serve immediately, allowing the flavors to meld for 5 minutes before eating.
