These easy to make fun appetizers are perfect for summer and can be ready in a snap!
Last night for dinner I did something a bit different... we had no company (though it looks like it, right?) but I wanted to make a couple of fun appetizers before our main course. A friend of mine had recently given me some of her cherry tomatoes (thanks Cheri!) and I still had some fresh basil from our garden.
You know me - I love caprese. I even have a pinterest board dedicated to all things caprese. Making these are super cinchy - cut off a small piece of tomato so it lies flat, then cut a circle with a sharp knife on top and scoop out the innards with a small melon baller. I placed a basil leave in with a halved Ciliegine mozzarella ball . A bit of fresh pepper and olive olive finished it off. So refreshing.
Next up came from the farmer's market. When I went on Saturday, I was so enticed by the smell of melons that I had to have one. The aroma from the stand was heavenly! To dress it up a bit I wrapped a thin slice of prosciutto around it - sweet and salty! This melon actually tastes like candy.
How do you make Caprese Bites?
These appetizers are just cherry tomatoes hallowed out with a melon scooper and stuffed with a mozzarella ball and a leave of fresh basil - drizzle with olive oil - easy peasy!
How do you make the melon appetizer?
Just buy fresh melon and wrap prosciutto around it - so easy! The sweetness and salt of the prosciutto are so good together!
Another appetizer you might enjoy - Caprese Bites with Pesto
- About the Author
- Recent Posts
- Recipe Index
We are all about sharing our love of good food so on the blog you will find easy recipes to enjoy with your family and friends. We hope to inspire you to host a gathering to create special memories. Most recipes are step by step so you can feel confident in the kitchen. Take a look around to find everything from breakfast to dinner and everything in-between!
Anne ~ Uni Homemaker says
These are fun! Easy to make and easy on the eyes. YUM! 🙂
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
Thanks Anne! I like easy recipes!
Ann Jones says
Beautiful photos! The fresh melon looks so good 🙂
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
Yes, it was awesome - the best I've had in a long time!
Cindy Eikenberg, Little Miss Celebration says
Deb, the melon looks great but those caprese bites looks absolutely fantastic!!! Thanks so much for sharing - pinning! Have a happy Tuesday!
Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says
I'm a big fan of caprese too! These look so pretty. I love easy ideas for appetizers because I'd rather spend my time on the main course and dessert.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
Such pretty photos!! Makes me want to eat my screen. 🙂
Joan / My Cookie Clinic says
Deb, These appetizers look so elegant yet easy to make...love that! I had to pin these.
Terri says
I absolutely love the way you presented the caprese bites! I usually do mine on a toothpick, but I'm going to do these next time.
Julie @ This Gal Cooks says
Those little caprese bites are so cute, Deb! YUM!
Julie Corbisiero says
Hi you appetizers looks so pretty and cute! I saw it on best of the weekend.
Julie from julieslifestyle.blogspot.com
Diane Balch says
Good for you to make these healthy and fun appetizers without company... we shouldn't always need an excuse to eat good food. Thanks for sharing them with us on foodie friday.
Heather Kinnaird says
gorgeous Deb!
Adelina Priddis says
Hey Deb, these look wonderful! Thank you for sharing them on Foodie Friday last week, I've featured them on today's party.
Jamie Sherman says
Sometimes the simplest things really are the best! I love the caprese bites!
Sara Glover says
those cheese bites look awesome!
Cathy Trochelman says
These are both perfect little bites!
Marcie FlavortheMoments says
I love simple, fresh appetizers like these, Deb -- these are so perfect for any type of gathering and they look so elegant, too!