Description
These Beef Caprese Skewers are a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring tender beef sirloin, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil, all grilled to perfection and drizzled with balsamic glaze. Perfect for summer entertaining or as a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Skewers:
- 1 lb beef sirloin (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the Beef: Toss beef cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread skewers with beef, cherry tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
- Grill: Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Rest and Serve: Let skewers rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- You can also use marinated mozzarella for added flavor.
- These skewers are great as an appetizer or served over a salad for a light meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
