Description
Festive Christmas mini caprese salad cups bring holiday cheer to appetizer tables with elegant Italian charm. Crisp basil, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella nestled in delicate pastry shells create bite-sized magic you’ll savor at seasonal gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh basil leaves, chopped
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) balsamic glaze or vinaigrette
Seasoning:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Carefully slice ripe cherry tomatoes and creamy mozzarella balls into delicate halves, revealing their vibrant inner textures.
- Finely chop fresh basil leaves, releasing their aromatic essence and creating a vibrant green garnish.
- Construct elegant layers within petite serving cups, strategically placing halved tomatoes as the foundation.
- Nestle mozzarella pieces between tomato layers, creating a visually appealing and balanced composition.
- Generously scatter chopped basil throughout the cups, ensuring each bite will have a burst of herbaceous flavor.
- Delicately drizzle balsamic glaze in an artistic zigzag pattern, allowing the rich, sweet reduction to cascade over the ingredients.
- Enhance the flavors with a precise sprinkle of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, balancing the sweetness and adding depth.
- Transfer the prepared mini caprese cups onto a festive holiday platter, creating an inviting and colorful appetizer display.
- Serve immediately to preserve the fresh ingredients’ optimal texture and temperature, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.
Notes
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to ensure quick assembly during holiday gatherings.
- Choose ripe, vibrant cherry tomatoes for the most intense flavor and visual appeal.
- For a gluten-free and low-carb version, use smaller cups or individual spoons as serving vessels.
- Chill ingredients beforehand to keep the salad cups refreshing and crisp, especially during warm holiday parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg