CAPRESE SKEWERS with sandwich bread ready in 5 minutes, a tasty and quick appetizer to prepare, ideal for Ferragosto and parties in general, cold and no cooking required.
Ferragosto, friends for lunch and I had no desire to turn on the stove… and here’s the idea: caprese skewers with sandwich bread, a cold appetizer ready in 5 minutes that makes a scene and wins everyone over.
Instead of the classic caprese salad, I decided to transform it into small fancy skewers for buffets, alternating layers of soft sandwich bread, sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, leaves of basil or small salad, some arugula, all sprinkled with fragrant oregano and seasoned with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
The result? A summer appetizer without cooking that you can also serve as quick finger food for aperitifs, garden dinners, or picnics. And then, let’s not deny it… they are beautiful to look at: colorful, fresh, and with that “chef’s touch” that guests always like.
Follow me into the kitchen today there are caprese skewers with sandwich bread.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 Pieces
- Cooking methods: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer and Fall
Ingredients
- 2 slices sandwich bread
- 7 oz buffalo mozzarella
- 3 oz tomatoes
- basil (small salad or arugula)
Steps
Slice the tomatoes, if you use small ones just cut them in half, cut the mozzarella into thick slices of about 0.4 inches.
Fill a slice of bread with mozzarella, tomatoes, basil or small salad or arugula and cover with another slice of bread and repeat.
Cut in half and stack them on top of each other then cut into 4 pieces, skewer them with wooden sticks to form 4 skewers.
Season with oil and oregano.
Bon appétit
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Extra Tips
Cut the sandwich bread into perfect squares for a neat result.
Use yellow and red cherry tomatoes for a more scenic effect.
If you want a stronger flavor, brush the bread with a light coat of pesto.
For a summer buffet, serve the caprese skewers with sandwich bread skewered into a half melon or watermelon, so they stand upright and decorate the table.
FAQ CAPRESE SKEWERS with sandwich bread ready in 5 minutes
P.S. you can use gluten-free bread and lactose-free mozzarella.
Can I use whole wheat sandwich bread?
Sure, it will give a more rustic flavor and an extra touch of fiber.
How to prevent the bread from drying out?
Immediately cover the skewers with plastic wrap and keep them in the fridge until serving.
Can I add other ingredients?
Yes, olives, prosciutto or creamy cheese are great variations.
Can caprese skewers be prepared in advance?
Yes, up to 6-8 hours before, keeping them well covered in the fridge.
