Valentine’s Day Caprese Skewers are more than just a dish; they are an ode to culinary romance, a blend of fresh flavors and vibrant colors that come together in a perfect culinary waltz. On the day dedicated to love, nothing better conveys sincere and passionate feelings than this delicate preparation.
Valentine’s Day Caprese Skewers are a refined take on the classic Italian Caprese salad, enriched with a touch of romance and creativity. The freshness of juicy tomatoes blends with creamy mozzarella, creating an extraordinary balance between sweetness and acidity.
This dish becomes a culinary symbol of Valentine’s Day, an edible work of art that celebrates love through its simplicity and extraordinary taste. Preparing Valentine’s Day Caprese Skewers is an act of love in itself, a way to devote time and attention to your loved one, creating an unforgettable gastronomic experience together.
From choosing the best tomatoes to ensuring the excellence of mozzarella, we’ll share tips and secrets to create a Caprese that is a declaration of love through taste.
Join us on this culinary journey, where Valentine’s Day Caprese Skewers become a sensory experience, a tribute to romance and Italian cuisine. Whether you want to delight your partner or surprise friends with a touch of elegance, this recipe is the perfect vehicle to convey love through food.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 5
- Cooking methods: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Valentine's Day
- Energy 35.48 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 6.37 (g) of which sugars 3.04 (g)
- Proteins 0.51 (g)
- Fat 0.97 (g) of which saturated 0.14 (g)of which unsaturated 0.01 (g)
- Fibers 0.92 (g)
- Sodium 166.66 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 45 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Valentine’s Day Caprese Skewers
- 5 cherry tomatoes
- 10 mozzarella balls
- 10 leaves basil
- to taste salt
- to taste white pepper
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- 5 Skewers
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Paper towels
How to prepare Valentine’s Day Caprese Skewers
Valentine’s Day Caprese Skewers are very simple to make. Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and dry them. Drain the mozzarella balls from their liquid and dry them too. Wash the fresh basil well and pat it dry.
Take a cherry tomato, make a diagonal cut, and twist one of the two parts obtained: there you have formed a heart shape!
On a skewer, first thread a mozzarella ball, then continue with a basil leaf folded in four, place the heart-shaped tomato, another basil leaf, and another mozzarella ball. Arrange the Caprese skewers on the cutting board to serve them, and if you like, season with a pinch of salt, some pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy your meal!
Storage
I recommend consuming the Valentine’s Day Caprese Skewers immediately after preparation to fully enjoy the freshness of the ingredients.
FAQ
Can I use something other than mozzarella balls?
Mini scamorza or thick slices of cheese cut into heart shapes work well too.
If I don’t have cherry tomatoes, what can I use?
Any small type of tomato is fine, so you can create skewers. Otherwise, you can simply use pieces of any tomato.
How can I substitute fresh basil?
You can omit it and use dried basil sprinkled on top of the skewers.
