Vibrant cherry tomatoes, olives, basil, and mozzarella come together to create colorful skewers ideal for festive occasions.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables & Fruits
01 - 16 cherry tomatoes, assorted colors (red, yellow, orange)
02 - 16 green olives, pitted
03 - 16 black olives, pitted
04 - 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves
→ Cheese (optional)
05 - 2.8 ounces mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), drained
→ Other
06 - 16 small pretzel sticks or wooden cocktail skewers
07 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze (optional)
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Wash and thoroughly dry the cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.
02 - If using mozzarella balls, pat them dry with a paper towel.
03 - Thread onto each skewer one olive (green or black), one cherry tomato, and one mozzarella ball, alternating colors to resemble Christmas lights.
04 - Insert a fresh basil leaf between the tomato and cheese on each skewer for enhanced color and flavor.
05 - Place the completed skewers on a serving platter in an attractive arrangement.
06 - Drizzle lightly with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze if desired, then season with freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
