Description
Juicy peaches, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze come together in these refreshing Peach Caprese Skewers with Basil & Balsamic. A perfect summer appetizer that’s light, colorful, and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium peaches, ripe but firm
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine or bocconcini)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes if using. No cooking required.
- Combine Ingredients: Toss peach slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Place a platter or tray lined with parchment paper nearby.
- Assemble the Dish: Thread one mozzarella ball, a basil leaf, and a peach slice onto each skewer. Repeat until full.
- Cook to Perfection: Focus on balancing layers and presentation, as this is a no-cook recipe.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle balsamic glaze evenly over skewers just before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange beautifully on a serving platter and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Choose peaches that are ripe but firm to hold their shape on skewers.
- Chill skewers before serving for extra freshness.
- Only drizzle balsamic glaze right before serving to keep basil vibrant.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Peach Caprese, Summer Appetizer, Skewers, Basil, Balsamic, Easy Party Food