Caprese Skewers
Bite-sized caprese skewers with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Only 40 calories each with a balsamic drizzle. No-cook party perfection.
Caprese Skewers has 40 calories per serving, with 2g protein, 3g carbs, 2g fat, and 1g fiber. Prep 15 min, cook 0 min.
Nutrition per serving
8 serving(s)
40
Calories
2g
Protein
4% DV
3g
Carbs
1% DV
2g
Fat
3% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 40 calories per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
0 min
Servings
8
Est. Cost
$6.00
Caprese Skewers
Caprese skewers take everything great about a caprese salad and turn it into an elegant, no-fork finger food. Sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy little mozzarella pearls, and fragrant basil threaded onto picks, finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze - they look fancy but come together in 15 minutes with zero cooking. At just 40 calories each, they’re the lightest, freshest bite on any party table.
Ingredients
- 24 cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls (mini bocconcini, drained)
- 24 small fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze (store-bought or reduced balsamic vinegar)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Flaky salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 24 short appetizer skewers or toothpicks
Instructions
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Drain the mozzarella pearls well and pat dry with a paper towel so the skewers aren’t slippery.
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Thread one cherry tomato, one folded basil leaf, and one mozzarella pearl onto each skewer. Repeat for all 24.
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Arrange the finished skewers on a serving platter.
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Whisk the balsamic glaze with the olive oil and drizzle lightly over the skewers.
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Finish with a pinch of flaky salt and cracked black pepper. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per skewer) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal |
| Protein | 2g |
| Carbs | 3g |
| Fat | 2g |
| Fiber | 1g |
Tips
- Assemble up to 4 hours ahead, but drizzle the balsamic just before serving so the mozzarella stays bright.
- If mozzarella pearls are unavailable, cut a fresh mozzarella ball into 24 small cubes.
- For a heartier version, add a folded piece of prosciutto to each skewer (adds about 20 calories each).
- Serve alongside hummus or tzatziki for a full Mediterranean appetizer spread.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Equipment
No heat required
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