Mini Caprese Salad Bites

Foodies of the world, unite! Let me introduce you to a beautiful creation known as Mini Caprese Salad Bites. This brilliant concoction is an explosion of flavours in your mouth – fresh basil, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella cheese. Not only are they vibrant and adorable, they also serve as the perfect appetiser for any gathering, be it a dinner party, game night, or outdoor picnic!

Trust me, once you taste these colourful palate pleasers, you’ll be hooked for life. Let’s just say, they’re bite-sized bundles of pure joy! The best part? They’re so darn easy to whip up. In short, Mini Caprese Salad Bites = Impressive, easy-to-make, and downright delicious.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes (Yes, you read it right!)
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: Makes 15 bites
• Yield: 15 bites

Excited yet? Great! Let’s slide right into the ingredients and instructions for these babies.

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 15 cherry tomatoes
• 15 mozzarella cheese balls
• 15 fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze for drizzle
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil for drizzle
• Salt & Pepper for seasoning

Equipment needed: 15 toothpicks

It’s all about the freshness here which is why I emphasize using “fresh” basil and mozzarella cheese balls. They’re the game-changers in this recipe. For any vegans, you can easily substitute mozzarella balls with vegan cheese.

How To Make Mini Caprese Salad Bites

1. First off, thoroughly rinse all the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.

2. Once you’re done, take a fresh basil leaf, a mozzarella cheese ball and a cherry tomato. Skewer them onto a toothpick from top to bottom. Repeat this process until you’ve used all the items.

3. Once arranged, sprinkle them lightly with salt and pepper, followed by a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

4. Top it off with droplets of balsamic glaze for that sweet and tangy kick.

Tips For The Best Results

• Use cherry tomatoes instead of sliced ones, they are easier to skewer and look better too.
• Don’t skimp on the balsamic glaze, it brings the whole bite together!

Storage Tips

• Store the assembled bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should stay fresh for 2-3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use regular sized tomatoes instead of cherry ones?

A: Yes, but you will have to slice them and they won’t look as pleasing.

Q: Can I make these ahead of a party?

A: Absolutely! Just be sure to keep them refrigerated.

Nutritional Facts of Mini Caprese Salad Bites

Each bite contains approximately 15 calories with 1g of protein, 1g of carbohydrates, and 0g of fat.

So, there you have folks, the perfect party appetiser in under 10 minutes! These Mini Caprese Salad Bites have my heart and soon they’ll have yours too. Just remember to take a bite and not gobble up everything at once, savor the moment! Enjoy!