All the elements of a classic caprese salad in an appetizer! I actually wanted to call this “Caprese on a Stick” but thought that really wasn’t quite nice enough for this little appetizer. Make these in advance if you like, but be sure to let them come to room temperature before serving. Much more flavorful that way.
For 20 appetizers, you will need:
20 cherry tomatoes
10 bocconcini (mini mozzarella balls) cut in half, or make pieces from a large mozzarella ball
10 basil leaves
2 tblsp chopped parsley
2 tblsp chopped chives
2 tblsp olive oil
salt
pepper
Combine the parsley, chives, olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl. Toss with the mozzarella. Cover and set aside for at least one hour.
Cut tomatoes and basil leaves in half. On a toothpick or short skewer, place one half of tomato, a piece of basil leaf, a mozzarella ball and finish with the second tomato half.
Easy-peasy. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 20 cherry tomatoes
- 10 bocconcini (mini mozzarella balls) or make pieces from a large mozzarella ball
- 10 basil leaves
- 2 tblsp chopped parsley
- 2 tblsp chopped chives
- 2 tblsp olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Combine the parsley, chives, olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl. Toss with the mozzarella. Cover and set aside for at least one hour.
- Cut tomatoes and basil leaves in half. On a toothpick or short skewer, place one half of tomato, a piece of basil leaf, a mozzarella ball and finish with the second tomato half.
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Isn’t fresh mozza just so good? And room temp is so right. You can really taste the flavors that way. Very elegant presentation too!
That’s so cute. These are perfect little appetizers. I can eat that whole thing and be totally content for the day.
Such a cute idea! A mini caprese salad – perfect!
Great idea. You are a very talented women. I always enjoy your recipes.
Thank you for sharing
They look beautiful! Could eat them all day long!
Looks wonderful!!! Wish I could taste them.
Neena
They are pretty on an hors d’oeuvres buffet. And they taste so good!
Lovely for a cocktail party! These are so cute!
Love your website! Thanks for the great recipe.
Yes, the temp makes a world of difference. These really are good, quick and easy. They’d make a great addition to your July 4 menu.
I served them at a party recently and had several requests for the recipe. Everyone really enjoyed this one.
Thanks. It was a big hit at a recent party here.
Thanks for visiting, Miranda.
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