Mozzarella, Tomato, & Basil Skewers
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 4 reviewsThere is nothing better than the combination of Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil. But when you're at a party it's a bit difficult to eat. You'll need to take a seat, break out the fork and knife, and start slicing. This recipe gives you the one bite solution.
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Ingredients
| bocconcini | 1/2 lb | |
| basil (bunch) | 1 | leaves only |
| grape tomato | 24 | |
| olive oil | 1/2 cup | |
| lemon | 1/2 | juiced |
| salt | 1/4 tsp | to taste |
| black pepper | 1/4 tsp | to taste |
| Special Equipment | ||
| skewers | 24 | |
Directions
- Skewer 1 bocconcini, a basil leaf, and a grape tomato. Repeat.
- Make sure the sharp edge of the skewer is not sticking out of the tomato.
- In a small bowl combine the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place the skewers in a baking dish and drizzle the olive oil mixture over all the skewers.
- Cover with plastic wrap and allow them to sit for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Bocconcini are bite sized pieces of mozzarella that are packed in whey or water.