Tips and Nutrition Notes for Party Appetizer Recipes

Mini Caprese Salad Kabobs

1. Store tomatoes out on the counter for best flavor and quality. Refrigeration dulls their flavor.
2. If you can’t find containers of mini mozzarella balls in the deli department, just cut blocks of mozzarella into chunks the size of the grape tomatoes.
3. Use high-quality balsamic vinegar and olive oil for the best-tasting vinaigrette. Spending just a few more dollars will make all the difference.
4. Can’t find 5- or 6-inch skewers? No problem. Just cut the long ones in half.
5. These kabobs feature three of the five nutrient-rich food groups – dairy (cheese), vegetable (spinach) and fruit (tomatoes are botanically classed as a fruit!).
6. Cheese provides calcium and protein to support bone and muscle health, while tomatoes and spinach are excellent sources of vitamins A, C and K to support healthy bones, skin, brain, heart, eyes, and immunity.