Tomato and Mozzarella Bites

A great way to serve caprese salad as an appetizer!

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Prep Time

30M

Total Time

30M

Servings

8 servings

20 grape or cherry tomatoes, halved

20 fresh basil leaves

20 small balls fresh mozzarella cheese (often labeled bocconcini)

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

20 toothpicks

Using a toothpick, spear a half of a tomato, a leaf of basil, a mozzarella ball, and another half of a tomato.Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Place on a serving dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix the vinegar and oil together in a small bowl to serve as a dipping sauce.

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