Fresh strawberries, creamy mozzarella, basil leaves, and balsamic reduction come together for a bright, flavorful skewer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Produce
01 - 12 large fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 24 fresh basil leaves, washed
→ Dairy
03 - 12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
→ Pantry
04 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
07 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Other
09 - 12 small wooden or bamboo skewers
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon honey. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture thickens to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
02 - Thread one strawberry half onto each skewer, followed by a basil leaf, a mozzarella ball, another basil leaf, and finish with the second strawberry half.
03 - Arrange the assembled skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle evenly with 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil and the cooled balsamic reduction.
04 - Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
