Appetizer Skewers 4 Ways

Name: Appetizer Skewers 4 Ways
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup Small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) (for Traditional Caprese); 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved or whole, for Traditional Caprese); 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves (for Traditional Caprese); 2 tbsp Balsamic glaze (for drizzling Traditional Caprese); 0.5 tsp Maldon salt (flaky sea salt, for Traditional Caprese); 0.5 cup Peach slices (fresh, firm, for Spring Caprese); 4 oz Burrata cheese (torn into pieces, for Spring Caprese); 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves (for Spring Caprese); 4 slices Prosciutto (thinly sliced, for Spring Caprese); 1 tbsp Balsamic glaze (for drizzling Spring Caprese); 1 cup Grapes (red or green, for Fruity Skewers); 1 cup Cantaloupe (cubed, for Fruity Skewers); 1 cup Honeydew melon (cubed, for Fruity Skewers); 0.5 cup Small fresh mozzarella balls (for Fruity Skewers); 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves (for Fruity Skewers); 1 cup Cooked tortellini (cheese-filled, cooled, for Antipasto Skewers); 4 oz Salami (folded or rolled, for Antipasto Skewers); 0.5 cup Olives (kalamata or green, pitted, for Antipasto Skewers); 0.5 cup Marinated artichoke hearts (quartered, for Antipasto Skewers); 0.5 cup Small fresh mozzarella balls (for Antipasto Skewers); 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved or whole, for Antipasto Skewers); 2 tbsp Pesto (for dipping or drizzling Antipasto Skewers)

These four-way appetizer skewers are perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, or any general dinner party. They are easy to prepare and cater to a variety of flavors and preferences, making them ideal for a crowd. The recipes include Traditional Caprese, Spring Caprese, Fruity, and Antipasto skewers, offering a delightful assortment of finger foods.

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Traditional Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

Recipe Information

25m

Prep Time

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Mediterranean

English

Nutrition (per serving)

250

Calories

10g

Protein

20g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Spring Caprese Skewers with Peach and Prosciutto

Ingredients

Servings: 8

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Refreshing Fruity Skewers with Melon and Mint

Instructions

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Prepare all necessary ingredients for each skewer type. This includes washing and halving cherry tomatoes, slicing peaches, cubing melon, cooking and cooling tortellini according to package directions, tearing burrata into pieces, folding salami, and quartering marinated artichoke hearts.
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Prepare all necessary ingredients for each skewer type. This includes washing and halving cherry tomatoes, slicing peaches, cubing melon, cooking and cooling tortellini according to package directions, tearing burrata into pieces, folding salami, and quartering marinated artichoke hearts.
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Ensure all ingredients are uniformly sized for easy threading and an appealing presentation.
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Assemble the Traditional Caprese Skewers: Thread small mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves onto wooden or bamboo skewers. Once assembled, drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with Maldon salt to taste.
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Assemble the Traditional Caprese Skewers: Thread small mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves onto wooden or bamboo skewers. Once assembled, drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with Maldon salt to taste.
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For an extra burst of flavor, gently bruise the basil leaves before threading to release their aroma.
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Assemble the Spring Caprese Skewers: Carefully thread peach slices, torn burrata, fresh basil leaves, and folded prosciutto onto skewers. Drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze just before serving.
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Assemble the Spring Caprese Skewers: Carefully thread peach slices, torn burrata, fresh basil leaves, and folded prosciutto onto skewers. Drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze just before serving.
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Use ripe but firm peaches to prevent them from falling apart on the skewer.
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Assemble the Fruity Skewers: Alternate grapes, cantaloupe cubes, honeydew cubes, small mozzarella balls, and fresh mint leaves onto skewers. This combination offers a refreshing sweet and savory balance.
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Assemble the Fruity Skewers: Alternate grapes, cantaloupe cubes, honeydew cubes, small mozzarella balls, and fresh mint leaves onto skewers. This combination offers a refreshing sweet and savory balance.
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Consider using a mix of melon types for varied colors and textures.
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Assemble the Antipasto Skewers: Thread cooked tortellini, folded salami, pitted olives, quartered artichoke hearts, small mozzarella balls, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers. These skewers pair wonderfully with a side of pesto for dipping.
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Assemble the Antipasto Skewers: Thread cooked tortellini, folded salami, pitted olives, quartered artichoke hearts, small mozzarella balls, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers. These skewers pair wonderfully with a side of pesto for dipping.
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Ensure tortellini is completely cooled before threading to maintain firmness.
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Arrange all assembled skewers attractively on a platter. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve. Offer any complementary dipping sauces (like extra balsamic glaze or pesto) on the side.
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Arrange all assembled skewers attractively on a platter. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve. Offer any complementary dipping sauces (like extra balsamic glaze or pesto) on the side.
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For best flavor, let chilled skewers sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.