Caprese Salad Skewers

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Caprese Salad Skewers
60 min.
15
300kcal

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Looking for a delightful and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than these Caprese Salad Skewers! This vibrant and colorful appetizer combines the classic flavors of a traditional Caprese salad with the fun and convenience of skewers, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or even a light lunch at home.

Imagine juicy red and yellow cherry tomatoes bursting with flavor, paired with creamy mozzarella cheese, aromatic fresh basil leaves, and crunchy homemade croutons. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will leave your guests craving more. Plus, the addition of garlic and herbs in the buttery croutons elevates this dish to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian-friendly, but it also offers a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and minimal carbs, making it a guilt-free indulgence. With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can whip up these skewers effortlessly, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your friends and family.

So, gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to impress with these Caprese Salad Skewers that are sure to be the star of your next meal!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • cups cherry tomatoes red
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon dill dried
  • large bunch basil fresh
  • clove garlic crushed
  • lb mozzarella cheese cut into 3/4- to 1-inch cubes
  • 15 servings pepper freshly ground
  • can bread crumbs refrigerated french pillsbury® simply®
  • cups and/or cherry tomatoes yellow
  • 15  frangelico 
  • 15  frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Bake bread as directed on can. Cool about 10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper; set aside. In medium bowl, stir together melted butter, garlic, basil, dill and pepper.
  3. Cut bread into 3/4- to 1-inch cubes; place in bowl with butter mixture. Toss bread cubes to coat.
  4. Place in single layer on cookie sheet.
  5. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, turning croutons every 5 minutes, until lightly browned and crisp.
  6. Remove from cookie sheet to plate or cooling rack; cool.
  7. On each wooden skewer, thread cheese cubes, tomatoes, basil leaves and croutons.
  8. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories300kcal
Protein27.39%
Fat67.83%
Carbs4.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.93
Glycemic Load
0.57
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.581739197607%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:299.99kcal
15%
Fat:22.65g
34.85%
Saturated Fat:13.4g
83.73%
Carbohydrates:3.59g
1.2%
Net Carbohydrates:3.26g
1.18%
Sugar:1.46g
1.62%
Cholesterol:77.69mg
25.9%
Sodium:593.98mg
25.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.58g
41.16%
Calcium:466.26mg
46.63%
Vitamin B12:2.07µg
34.55%
Phosphorus:335.59mg
33.56%
Selenium:15.66µg
22.38%
Zinc:2.75mg
18.31%
Vitamin A:811.27IU
16.23%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.04%
Vitamin C:6.49mg
7.87%
Magnesium:23.33mg
5.83%
Vitamin K:5.79µg
5.51%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.94%
Potassium:170.01mg
4.86%
Iron:0.71mg
3.94%
Folate:15.51µg
3.88%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.25%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.91%
Copper:0.05mg
2.49%
Vitamin D:0.36µg
2.42%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.38%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.24%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.82%
Fiber:0.34g
1.34%