While planning an Iftar meal, including only nutritious foods that look and taste appetising can be challenging. Naturally, a selection of kebabs works well. The need for a new addition to the buffet that both kids and grownups would enjoy is undeniable. In this case, the term Caprese Skewers doesn't precisely pique interest. But this dish is both beautiful to look at and simple to prepare. Few ingredients are required, yet the finished product is a delicious starter. Hence, add some Caprese skewers to your Ramadan iftar table. Get the recipe along with some helpful tips.
Caprese Skewers are a breeze to throw together. But you can count on it being impressive. The name "Caprese" originates from Italy and describes a dish made with fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, sweet basil, salt, and olive oil. The term is most often used to refer to the famed Caprese salad, which has its roots in the Italian island of Capri. Quite a few people think Caprese and mozzarella are one and the same. Despite a common misunderstanding, they are distinct concepts. Caprese often features mozzarella as the cheese component. This dish is certainly will add some colours to your iftar spread during Ramadan.
The delightful appetiser is best described as a Caprese salad on a stick. Caprese salad skewers, Caprese skewers, or tomato mozzarella basil skewers are just a few of these simple dish titles showcasing the iconic summer flavours of Caprese salad. Tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil are the common ingredients in this salad. Some examples of standard dressings are olive oil, balsamic glaze, or pesto sauce.
Caprese Skewers Recipe
Ingredients
- 25 cherry tomatoes
- 25 mini mozzarella balls
- 40 basil leaves
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper powder to taste
- Skewers stick 25-30
For Drizzling
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Balsamic reduction
Colourful Caprese skewers, Image Source: loveandlemons.com
Method
- Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and rinse them
- Wash the basil leaves, remove the stems and pat them dry
- Make around 25 small balls of the same size as cherry tomatoes. If using readymade mozzarella balls, skip this step
- Thread the mini skewer with a cherry tomato, 1 mozzarella ball, and basil leaves and repeat, leaving space to hold the skewers
- Do the same with the rest of the 24 skewers
- Drizzle some olive oil and balsamic reduction on these treaded skewers and sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
Serve it immediately and enjoy it fresh.
Useful Tips
- Be sure you use premium products.
- As tomatoes and basil are both in season in the summer, it is the greatest time to make Caprese skewers.
- Caprese skewers taste best when eaten the same day they are prepared while the basil is still crisp and fragrant.
- They may be assembled up to 4 hours ahead of time and kept refrigerated, making them perfect for a party. Just before serving, toss with the olive oil, seasoning, and vinegar.
- Try swapping out part of the tomatoes for strawberries or sliced peaches or switching out the basil for fresh mint.