Festive skewers of cherry tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella arranged in a charming Christmas tree shape.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables & Herbs
01 - 24 cherry tomatoes
02 - 24 large fresh basil leaves
→ Dairy
03 - 24 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
→ Pantry
04 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
08 - Fresh rosemary sprigs for decoration
# Directions:
01 - Wash and pat dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Drain and gently pat dry the mozzarella balls.
02 - Thread on each wooden skewer ingredients in order: 1 cherry tomato, 1 basil leaf (fold if large), 1 mozzarella ball, 1 basil leaf, 1 cherry tomato, 1 basil leaf, and 1 mozzarella ball to form a tree shape.
03 - Place skewers on a large serving platter arranged in a triangular shape resembling a Christmas tree. Position rosemary sprigs at the base to simulate the tree trunk and tuck extra sprigs among skewers for a festive appearance.
04 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over the skewers. Sprinkle sea salt and freshly ground black pepper evenly. Serve immediately.
