Description
A festive and visually stunning appetizer featuring fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree.
Ingredients
– 2 tomatoes
– 1 cup mini mozzarella balls
– 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
– 1/2 cup balsamic glaze
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Toothpicks
– 1 yellow bell pepper (for the star)
Instructions
1. Wash and pat dry the tomatoes and basil leaves.
2. Thread a mozzarella ball, a folded basil leaf, and a tomato onto each toothpick.
3. Arrange the skewers on a platter in the shape of a Christmas tree.
4. Cut a star from the yellow bell pepper using a star-shaped cookie cutter and place it on top.
5. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the tree and season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve immediately.
Notes
– Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
– Prepare skewers ahead of time but add glaze just before serving.
– Customize by adding olives or prosciutto.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: ~120 kcal
- Sugar: ~4 g
- Sodium: ~150 mg
- Fat: ~8 g
- Carbohydrates: ~6 g
- Fiber: ~1 g
- Protein: ~6 g
- Cholesterol: ~20 mg