Watermelon Caprese Appetizer

Name: Watermelon Caprese Appetizer
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 sprigs fresh basil, stems removed; 1 small watermelon, fruit removed with a melon baller; 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; salt and ground black pepper to taste

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A refreshing watermelon appetizer for the summer. My family loved this so much they ate more than a serving each. Also great for those who love the flavor of caprese but aren't huge fans of tomatoes.

Submitted by Nicole Cox

Updated on November 19, 2024

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balls of watermelon, folded basil leaves, and bocconcini on toothpicks, sprinkled with coarse salt and drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar

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Prep Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

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Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

3 sprigs fresh basil, stems removed
1 small watermelon, fruit removed with a melon baller
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Trim basil leaves into small circles about 1 inch in diameter.
Thread watermelon and mozzarella cheese on toothpicks, sandwiching a basil leaf in between. Arrange on a serving plate.
Pour olive oil and balsamic vinegar over toothpicks. Sprinkle salt and black pepper on top.

38 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

330	Calories
20g	Fat
28g	Carbs
12g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 330
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g	25%
Saturated Fat 9g	46%
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 125mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 28g	10%
Dietary Fiber 1g	5%
Total Sugars 24g
Protein 12g	25%
Vitamin C 28mg	31%
Calcium 357mg	27%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 399mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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