Fresh skewers layered with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and rosemary in a festive tree presentation.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ 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
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Rinse cherry tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly and dry with paper towels.
02 - Drain and gently pat the mini mozzarella balls dry to remove excess moisture.
03 - Thread each skewer with ingredients in the order: cherry tomato, basil leaf (fold if large), mozzarella ball, basil leaf, cherry tomato, basil leaf, and mozzarella ball to form a tree shape.
04 - Lay the skewers on a large platter, shaping them into a triangular tree formation.
05 - Place rosemary sprigs at the base to simulate the tree trunk, tucking additional sprigs among skewers for a festive appearance.
06 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the skewers.
07 - Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; serve immediately for best freshness.
