Fresh Grilled Nectarine Peach Caprese Skewers
These skewers combine smoky, caramelized nectarines and peaches with fresh mozzarella and basil, drizzled with aged balsamic vinegar for a perfect summer appetizer that’s quick, easy, and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 skewers (about 4 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium nectarines, ripe but firm
- 2 medium peaches, ripe and slightly firm (freestone varieties preferred)
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine pearls preferred)
- About 20 fresh basil leaves, whole
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
- Pinch of sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, optional
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning
Instructions
- Wash nectarines and peaches thoroughly. Cut each fruit into wedges about ½-inch thick, removing the pits. You should get roughly 8 wedges per fruit.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the peach and nectarine wedges with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to avoid burning.
- Thread the skewers alternating between a wedge of nectarine, a wedge of peach, a fresh basil leaf folded in half, and a mozzarella ball. Repeat until the skewer is full but leaves a little space on each end for easy handling.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high, about 375°F (190°C). Oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking.
- Place skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until grill marks and caramelized edges form but the fruit remains juicy and mozzarella soft but intact. Turn carefully with tongs.
- Remove skewers from the grill and arrange on a serving platter. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper if desired.
- Drizzle aged balsamic vinegar generously over the skewers.
- Serve immediately while warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use ripe but firm fruit to prevent mushiness. Brush fruit with olive oil to avoid sticking. Soak wooden skewers before grilling. Turn skewers gently to keep mozzarella intact. For a dairy-free option, substitute mozzarella with marinated firm tofu cubes. If balsamic vinegar is too thin, reduce it to a syrupy consistency before drizzling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
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