Grilled Caprese Salad
INGREDIENTS
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for greasing
2 pints cherry tomatoes
1 (12-ounce) container fresh mozzarella, drained and cut into (1-inch) chunks
1/2 loaf ciabatta bread, cut into (1-inch) cubes
Salt and pepper to taste
Balsamic vinegar (optional)
1/2 cup basil leaves
DIRECTIONS
Grease grates with oil then preheat grill to medium heat. Meanwhile, alternating ingredients, thread tomatoes, mozzarella and bread onto skewers, brush all over with oil and season with salt and pepper.
Grill skewers, turning once, until cheese is just melted and bread is toasted, 2 to 3 minutes total. Transfer to a platter, drizzle with vinegar, garnish with basil and serve.
Nutrition
Per serving (about 5oz/156g-wt.): 110 calories (70 from fat), 8g total fat, 1.5g saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 9g total carbohydrate (2g dietary fiber, 3g sugar), 3g protein
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