Caprese Salad Skewers

Caprese Salad Skewers: A Simple and Refreshing Appetizer These skewers are a quick and easy way to enjoy the classic flavors of caprese salad. The cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves are threaded onto skewers and drizzled with olive oil. Then, they are cooked in the air fryer until the cheese is melted and the tomatoes are slightly softened. The result is a delicious and refreshing appetizer that is perfect for any occasion.

Caprese salad is a classic Italian dish that is made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves. It is believed to have originated on the island of Capri in the early 1900s. The salad is typically served as an appetizer or as a light lunch. In this recipe, we have taken the classic caprese salad and turned it into a fun and easy appetizer. The skewers make it easy to eat and the air fryer cooks them quickly and evenly. The result is a delicious and refreshing appetizer that is perfect for any occasion.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 7 | Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cherry tomatoes
• 6 small fresh mozzarella balls
• 6 fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6 wooden skewers

Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
3. Cut the mozzarella balls into 1-inch pieces.
4. Thread the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves onto the skewers.
5. Drizzle the skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
6. Place the skewers in the air fryer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tomatoes are slightly softened.

Why It Works

• Using cherry tomatoes ensures that they will cook evenly in the air fryer.
• Cutting the mozzarella balls into 1-inch pieces helps them to melt evenly.
• Drizzling the skewers with olive oil helps to keep them from sticking to the air fryer basket.
• Seasoning the skewers with salt and pepper adds flavor and depth.