# What You'll Need:
→ Produce
01 - 20 red cherry tomatoes
02 - 20 green grape tomatoes
03 - 20 fresh basil leaves
→ Dairy
04 - 20 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
→ Pantry
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
07 - Sea salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - Rinse and thoroughly dry the cherry and grape tomatoes along with fresh basil leaves. Pat the mini mozzarella balls dry using paper towels.
02 - Thread each skewer with one red cherry tomato, one mini mozzarella ball, one green grape tomato, and one basil leaf, alternating order for visual interest if desired.
03 - Place the assembled skewers vertically on a large serving platter or board, arranging rows upwards in a triangular, Christmas tree formation.
04 - Evenly drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the skewers and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Optionally, garnish with a light drizzle of balsamic glaze to enhance flavor and add festive shine.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to two hours before presentation.
