Caprese Skewers

Ingredients

• •1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •salt
• •pepper
• •4 oz fresh block mozzarella, cut into 24 1/2-inch cubes
• •24 small cherry tomatoes, or 12 large cut in half
• •24 basil leaves
• •24 bamboo skewers

Steps

1. 1Combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and a dash of salt and pepper. Whisk and set aside.
2. 2Toss the mozzarella with 1 tsp olive oil and a dash of pepper. Season to taste with salt, if necessary.
3. 3Slide one tomato onto each skewer, followed by a basil leaf folded in half, followed by mozzarella. Brush with the vinaigrette. Transfer to serving plate and serve immediately.
4. 4Can be assembled up to 3 hours in advance. Do not refrigerate.