Juicy strawberries, mozzarella, and basil on skewers finished with a sweet balsamic drizzle for a fresh appetizer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Produce
01 - 12 large fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 24 fresh basil leaves, washed
→ Dairy
03 - 12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
→ Pantry
04 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
07 - Flaky sea salt to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Other
09 - 12 small wooden or bamboo skewers
# How to Make It:
01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Simmer gently, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened and syrupy. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
02 - Thread one strawberry half onto each skewer, followed by a basil leaf, a mozzarella ball, another basil leaf, and finish with the second strawberry half.
03 - Arrange the skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with olive oil and the cooled balsamic reduction.
04 - Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
