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Skewers Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, and Olives

Quick & Easy Mediterranean Diet Vegetarian & Vegan Diet Side Dish Gluten Free Vegetarian

This appetizer is easy to make, yet it delivers a perfect blend of Mediterranean ﬂavors.

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Ingredients

Basil Dressing 

10 fresh basil leaves 

¼ cup pine nuts 

¼ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese 

¾ cup olive oil

Salt and black pepper

Skewers

2 balls fresh mozzarella or feta cheese, cut into chunks 

1 pint cherry tomatoes 

12 Kalamata olives

Instructions

To make the dressing: Combine the basil, pine nuts, and cheese in a food processor and pulse for 30 seconds. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Set out 12 cocktail skewers or study toothpicks. Thread a tomato, a piece of cheese, and an olive on each skewer. Arrange on a platter, drizzle with some of the dressing, and serve.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Barilla.

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