Caprese Skewers With Pesto
Caprese Skewers With Pesto, a simple homemade pesto dipping sauce served with skewers of fresh basil, mozzarella and tomatoes, is the perfect indulgence when you unwind after a busy week.
Servings: 8
Calories: 313kcal
Ingredients
Basil Pesto:
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbs. lemon juice
- 2 cups basil leaves
- ¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 2 Tbs. grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tsp. grated lemon zest
- ¼ tsp. kosher salt
Caprese Skewers:
- 16 basil leaves
- 16 bocconcini, halved
- 8 grape tomatoes, halved crosswise
- 4- inch wooden skewers
Instructions
Basil Pesto:
- Place olive oil, lemon juice, basil leaves, almonds, Parmesan, garlic, lemon zest and kosher salt in blender or food processor. If using a blender, be sure to put the olive oil and lemon juice in first for easy blending. Puree or process until blended.
Caprese Skewers:
- Arrange basil leaf, half bocconcini, half tomato and half bocconcini on each skewer. Repeat to make 16 skewers.
- Serve skewers with pesto dipping sauce or brush some of the pesto on skewers and serve with remaining dipping sauce.
Notes
Makes 8 servings. 2 skewers per serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 511IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 247mg | Iron: 1mg