Citrus Caprese Kebabs are made with mint and tangerines. They're a super pretty and delicious appetizer for a holiday party or any time. Their vibrant colors and flavors make them festive and fun.
A delightful and delicious appetizer, these small kebabs are pretty and full of bright flavors.
These Caprese Kebabs are so fun alongside other beautiful holiday appetizers for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a New Year's Eve cocktail party. Really, any time!
Traditional Caprese is made with basil and tomato. It's fun to mix it up with mint and citrus. That's what's so fun about recipes like this, you can really customize them to your taste.
Other Non-Traditional Caprese Ideas
- basil + grapefruit
- mint + blueberries
- arugula + strawberries
- shiso + persimmon
- mint + pineapple
- baby spinach + tomato
Recipe Tips and Substitutions
- If you can't find the mozzarella balls, you can use 4 ounces of mozzarella, drained and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- While I'm featuring tangerines, you can use other citrus, like an orange or grapefruit.
More Must-Try Holiday Appetizer Recipes
- Gruyère Spinach Dip with Artichokes
- Red Potato Appetizer with Cranberries
- Manchego-Prosciutto Port Glazed Fig Bites
Whether you serve them for guests or for yourself, I hope love this recipe.
Citrus Caprese Kebabs Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 dozen fresh little mozzarella pearls
- 2 medium-large tangerines, peeled and then cut into 2 dozen bite-sized pieces
- 2 dozen mint leaves, washed and dried
- about 1 teaspoon blackberry jam
- cayenne pepper
- you will also need 1 dozen small skewers or cocktail toothpicks
Instructions
- Gently slide a piece of tangerine on one of the skewers or toothpicks. (The best way to prepare the tangerine is to peel it using this method, and then cut it into pieces.)
- Carefully add a mint leaf, followed by the mozzarella and a second mint leaf. Slide one more piece of tangerine on after the mint.
- Use a small spoon, or your finger to add a dab of the jam on one side of each piece of mozzarella.
- Sprinkle the jam with a dusting of cayenne pepper and serve.
NOTES
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Kelly
I made this for an event that my friend and I were hosting, only I didn't like the sound of the cayenne pepper with this, so I omitted it, and drizzled the apps with honey.
Everyone loved it.
Great app idea that is simple and can go with any season.
Valentina
Hi Kelly. I'm so happy this was a hit! Happy New Year! 🙂 ~Valentina
Phoenix
Is there something I can use in place of fresh mint leaves? I love this idea and can't wait to try some of these, let alone show them off at a new year's party tonight - but my mint is old and looking scrappy
valentina
Hi! Hope I'm getting back to you in time . . . basil is a great alternative for flavor and color. Really anything bright green to offset the colors. In a pinch if you don't have basil you can even use tiny pieces of fresh spinach or dark lettuce. They won't be as flavorful as the herbs, but will look pretty. Enjoy and happy new year! 🙂 ~Valentina
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
So fresh and flavourful and just perfect for holiday entertaining! I could devour a whole lotta these!! And who doesn't love food on a stick??
valentina
Ha! I know, right? Food on a stick is fun. 🙂 ~Valentina
Kim Lange
Those kabobs are so awesome! I love the addition of tangerine because it's so different, but I know it has to taste so yummy!
valentina
Thanks, Kim. We had them last night and yes, to tasty. 🙂 ~Valentina
David @ Spiced
This is the first I've heard of Neapolitan Tangerines...what a cool color! And I can only imagine how good they taste. I love the idea of using them for a non-traditional caprese. These skewers really would be perfect for a holiday appetizer party or New Year's Eve. Love the flavors you've got going on here, Valentina!
valentina
Thanks so much, David. Yes, so fun for a holiday party. Hope you and your family had a delicious Thanksgiving. 🙂 ~Valentina
2pots2cook
Oh yes ! We just got some fresh tangerines and mint is still doing fine on my southern balcony ! Absolutely amazing and simple idea Valentina ! Thank you so much !
valentina
Thank you, Davorka. Lovely you have mint growing. 🙂 ~Valentina
Emily
The photos for this post are gorgeous! I love the plate you displayed the skewers on. Can’t wait to try this for a party.
valentina
Thanks so much, Emily! The plate was my mom's. 🙂
Allison
What a great twist on a caprese! Perfect for using up winter citrus!
valentina
Yes! Thanks, Allison. 🙂