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Cherry tomato and mozzarella skewers

Cherry tomato and mozzarella skewers are a fresh, no-cook appetizer for 6, ready in 20 minutes of active work. You assemble them in the morning for the evening, undressed, then finish with olive oil and balsamic just before serving. The recipe is very easy, costs about €1.20 per person, and succeeds if you pat the mozzarella balls dry before threading them.

Cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella balls and basil on a stick, nothing simpler, and they're always the first to go.

Cherry tomato and mozzarella skewers
For
6 people
Work
20 min
Total time
20 min
Prep
Prepared the same day
Difficulty
Very easy
Cost per person
€1.20
Calories per person
120 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach

A juicy cherry tomato, a basil leaf that perfumes every bite, a soft little mozzarella ball, these skewers rely on simple textures and clear flavors. It's the kind of appetizer everyone reaches for, no cooking required, and it brings instant summer color to the table.

They fit right into the drinks part of a dinner party in spring or summer, set on a platter alongside other bites, or served outside on a warm evening. Mon Chou likes to place them before grilled meat or a cold pasta salad, for a light menu that starts on the right note.

The schedule

What happens when, so you can be with your guests instead of in the kitchen.

  1. The day before Nothing to do
  2. The same day 4 steps, 38 min
  3. Before the guests arrive Nothing to do
  4. When it's time to serve 1 step

Do everything in the morning, wash, dry and assemble the skewers, then keep the platter chilled without dressing them. Right before guests arrive, just take the platter out of the fridge. At serving time, drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, add fleur de sel and pepper, the only thing left to do at the last minute.

The ingredients

6 people

Fruits and vegetables

  • Cherry tomatoes 400 g
  • Basil 1 bunch

Dairy

  • Mini mozzarella balls 250 g

Pantry

  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 3 tbsp
  • Balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp
  • Wooden skewer sticks 20
  • Fleur de seloften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Lactose

The recipe, moment by moment

The same dayDuring the day, whenever you get a moment.

  1. Drain the mini mozzarella balls and pat them dry on paper towels. 15 min

    Leave them on the paper for about fifteen minutes, they become nicely dry.

  2. Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes, and pick the basil leaves off their stems. 5 min

    Choose tomatoes of similar size, the skewers look more even.

  3. Thread onto each stick a tomato, a folded basil leaf, and a mozzarella ball. 15 min

    Fold the basil leaf in half, it holds better and shows more.

  4. Arrange the skewers on a platter and keep them chilled, without dressing them. 3 min

    Cover with plastic wrap that doesn't touch the skewers, so the mozzarella balls don't dry out.

When it's time to serveThe final touches, right in front of your guests.

  1. Drizzle the skewers with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, add fleur de sel and pepper.

    Season at the very last minute, salt makes the tomatoes release water.

Our tips to get it right

  • Pick firm cherry tomatoes of similar size, they hold better on the stick and the skewers look more even.
  • Use fresh basil rather than dried, it carries all the aroma of the dish, and a wilted leaf shows immediately.
  • Keep a few extra skewer sticks on hand, some tomatoes or mozzarella balls split while threading, so it helps to have spares.

The variations

  • Swap the balsamic vinegar for a drizzle of homemade pesto, it changes the flavor without changing the texture of the skewers.
  • Wrap a half slice of prosciutto around the mozzarella ball for a heartier version, keeping everything else the same.
  • Cut the wooden skewer sticks in half for kids, so the skewers become a single safe bite.

What to serve it with

  • A glass of chilled rosé
  • Other cold party bites
  • Slices of grilled bread

Storage

Assembled, undressed skewers keep for one day in the fridge under a cover. They don't freeze. Always dress them at the very last moment, never ahead of time, so the tomatoes don't release their water.

Questions about this recipe

Can you use different colors of cherry tomatoes?

Yes, mixing yellow, red and orange tomatoes makes the platter look nicer without changing the flavor. Just pick tomatoes of similar size so the skewers stay even.

Do you need a specific type of mozzarella for this recipe?

Mini mozzarella balls are the most practical since they thread straight onto the stick. Regular mozzarella cut into small cubes also works, as long as you pat it dry well.

How should you present the skewers for a buffet?

Stick the skewers into a halved melon or an upright pineapple for a nice buffet effect. You can also simply line them up close together on a flat platter.

Can kids eat these skewers?

Yes, this is a recipe kids tend to enjoy thanks to the mild mozzarella and sweet tomatoes. Just keep an eye on the wooden sticks with younger children, or remove the stick before serving.

Can cherry tomato and mozzarella skewers be made ahead?

Yes, during the day. The recipe needs 20 min of work in total, split up like this, the same day, 4 steps, when it's time to serve, 1 step.

How long does it take to make cherry tomato and mozzarella skewers?

Allow 20 min in total, including resting and cooking time, of which 20 min is actual work. The recipe is rated "very easy".

How many calories are in cherry tomato and mozzarella skewers?

About 120 kcal per person, for a recipe meant for 6 people. The calories are calculated by Kiloach, your kilo coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does cherry tomato and mozzarella skewers cost?

About €1.20 per person, that's €7.20 for 6 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains lactose. Remember to ask your guests about their allergies before putting your menu together.

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