Watermelon Caprese Appetizer Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: 4th of July Recipes. (Watermelon Caprese Appetizer Recipe). A refreshing appetizer for the summer, my family loved this so much they ate more than a serving each. Also great for those who love the flavor of caprese but aren't huge fans of tomatoes.

Brief

Prep 30 mins

Total: 30 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Watermelon Caprese Appetizer Recipe

Ingredients

3 sprigs fresh basil

stems removed

1 small watermelon

fruit removed with a melon baller

1 (8 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese

cut into small pieces

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

salt and ground black pepper to taste

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Directions

Step 1

Trim basil leaves into small circles about 1 inch in diameter.

Step 2

Thread watermelon and mozzarella cheese on toothpicks sandwiching a basil leaf in between. Arrange on a serving plate.

Step 3

Pour olive oil and balsamic vinegar over toothpicks. Sprinkle salt and black pepper on top.

Nutritional Information

Watermelon Caprese Appetizer Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 329.6

% Daily Value *

Protein: 12.4g 25%

Carbohydrates: 28.2g 9%

Dietary Fiber: 1.4g 6%

Sugars: 23.5g

Fat: 19.5g 30%

Saturated Fat: 9.1g 45%

Cholesterol: 44.5mg 15%

Vitamin A Iu: 2544.2IU 51%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.1mg 8%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 10%

Vitamin C: 28.3mg 47%

Folate: 12.8mcg 3%

Calcium: 357mg 36%

Iron: 1.4mg 8%

Magnesium: 36.5mg 13%

Potassium: 398.7mg 11%

Sodium: 125.4mg 5%

Thiamin: 0.3mg 27%

Calories From Fat: 175.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.