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Fresh Mini American Flag Appetizer Skewers Easy Summer Party Recipe

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These Fresh Mini American Flag Appetizer Skewers are a simple, festive, and delicious bite-sized appetizer perfect for summer parties. Featuring fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, cucumber, basil, and blueberries arranged to resemble the American flag, they are quick to prepare and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pint (300g) cherry tomatoes, preferably vine-ripened
  • 8 oz (225g) mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained well
  • 1 medium seedless cucumber, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
  • 15–20 fresh basil leaves, washed and dried
  • 1 cup (150g) blueberries, firm and ripe
  • 6-inch (15cm) bamboo skewers
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Rinse the cherry tomatoes and blueberries under cold water, then pat dry thoroughly.
  2. Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch (6mm) thick rounds, ensuring they’re uniform for steady stacking.
  3. Gently dry the mozzarella balls with paper towels to prevent excess moisture.
  4. In a small bowl, toss the mozzarella balls and cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside to marinate briefly (about 5 minutes).
  5. Start by threading a cucumber slice onto the skewer as the base.
  6. Add a basil leaf (folded if large), followed by a marinated mozzarella ball, then a cherry tomato.
  7. Repeat this layering to fill the skewer, ending with a few blueberries clustered at one end to mimic the blue field of the American flag.
  8. Place the completed skewers on your serving platter with the blueberries all aligned on the same side to form the flag’s “star” section visually.
  9. Optionally, drizzle a light balsamic glaze over the skewers for a hint of sweetness and depth.
  10. Serve immediately or chill covered in the fridge for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Soak bamboo skewers in water for 10 minutes before assembling to prevent splitting. Use fresh, firm produce and dry ingredients thoroughly to avoid soggy skewers. Assemble skewers gently to preserve texture and appearance. Best served fresh or within 2 hours refrigerated. Variations include swapping blueberries for blackberries or black grapes, and mozzarella for tofu or vegan cheese for dietary preferences.

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