Caprese Salad Bites with Balsamic Reduction Recipe
These Caprese Salad Bites with Balsamic Reduction are a delightful appetizer featuring cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and a sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect for parties or a light Italian snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 20 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook (with stovetop reduction)
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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For the Balsamic Reduction:
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
For the Caprese Salad Bites:
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) package fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 20 toothpicks for assembly
Instructions
- Prepare the Balsamic Reduction: In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey. Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until thickened into a syrupy reduction. Let cool.
- Assemble the Caprese Salad Bites: Skewer a cherry tomato, basil leaf, and mozzarella ball onto each toothpick. Arrange on a platter. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the cooled balsamic reduction over the bites just before serving.
Notes
- For a twist, try marinated mozzarella or add avocado cubes to the skewers.
- Prepare ahead and refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
