Mini Caprese Skewers

These are tiny, elegant, and take about three minutes. Cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella balls, and fresh basil, threaded onto a cocktail stick and drizzled with olive oil. They're a snack that feels like a starter at a wedding.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• 6 cherry tomatoes
• 6 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
• A few basil leaves
• A drizzle of olive oil
• A drizzle of balsamic vinegar (optional)
• Salt

Method:

1. Thread a tomato, a basil leaf, and a mozzarella ball onto each cocktail stick.
2. Arrange on a plate. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic if using. Sprinkle with salt.

Why it's gut-friendly: Mozzarella is a fresh, easily digestible cheese. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene. Basil is anti-inflammatory. Olive oil is gut-friendly.