Caprese Tortellini Skewers
Caprese Tortellini Skewers combine tender cheese-filled tortellini, mini mozzarella balls, ripe cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves, all lightly tossed in vinaigrette and threaded on skewers. This fresh, flavorful appetizer adds a pasta-inspired twist to the classic Caprese salad, perfect for parties and casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 skewers
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Boiling (tortellini), Assembly
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
18 cheese-filled tortellini (cooked according to package instructions)
18 mini mozzarella balls
18 cherry tomatoes (or 9 halved)
2 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing
18 fresh basil leaves
Salt, to taste
18 wooden skewers (about 4 inches long)
Instructions
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Cook tortellini as per package directions. Drain and cool slightly.
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Toss cooked tortellini with vinaigrette dressing and a pinch of salt.
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Thread skewers in order: one tortellini, one mini mozzarella ball, one cherry tomato (or half), and one basil leaf.
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Arrange skewers on a serving platter.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly before serving.
Notes
Use pesto dressing instead of vinaigrette for richer flavor.
Substitute grape or heirloom tomatoes for variety.
Drizzle balsamic glaze before serving for sweetness and depth.
Double ingredients for larger, heartier skewers.
Store leftovers covered in the fridge up to 1 day; best served cold or room temperature.
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