Mini Italian Caprese Skewers | Easy No-Cook Italian Appetizer
These Mini Italian Caprese Skewers make putting out an appetizer almost too easy. Cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and prosciutto come together in about 5 minutes, with a drizzle of balsamic glaze to finish. No cooking, no fuss—just a simple bite to serve while everyone settles in.
- Serves: 8 (1 skewer per serving)
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 slices prosciutto, cut in half (or 8 whole slices if they’re small)
- 8 cherry or grape tomatoes
- 8 fresh mozzarella pearls
- 8 fresh basil leavesBalsamic glaze, for drizzling
- Fresh dill, for garnish (optional)
- 8 small skewers or toothpicks
Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Cut the 4 slices of prosciutto in half to make 8 pieces. If using 8 small slices, leave them whole.
Step 2: Thread one tomato, one mozzarella pearl, one basil leaf, and one folded piece of prosciutto onto each skewer or toothpick. Repeat to make 8 skewers.
Step 3: Arrange the skewers on a platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh dill, if using. Serve and enjoy!
🍋 Simply Made Suggestions
- For a sweet and savory variation, replace the tomatoes with bite-sized pieces of honeydew or cantaloupe.
- We used 4 slices of Del Duca sliced prosciutto, cut in half. Adjust the amount depending on the size of your slices.
- Making these for a crowd? Double or triple the ingredients for a larger platter.
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Mini Italian Caprese Skewers
Ingredients
- 4 slices prosciutto cut in half (or 8 whole slices if they’re small)
- 8 cherry or grape tomatoes
- 8 fresh mozzarella pearls
- 8 fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
- 8 small skewers or toothpicks
Instructions
- Cut the 4 slices of prosciutto in half, making 8 pieces. If using 8 small slices, leave them whole.
- Thread one tomato, one mozzarella pearl, one basil leaf, and one folded piece of prosciutto onto each skewer or toothpick. Repeat to make 8 skewers.
- Arrange the skewers on a platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh dill, if using. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Disclaimer: All nutrition values are per serving and approximate. They will vary depending on products and quantities used.
