Tortellini Skewers
These tortellini skewers are a fun, easy party appetizer made with cheesy tortellini, olives, grape tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella.
Servings: 24 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 20 ounce package multi-colored cheese tortellini
- 8 ounce tub "cherry-size" Fresh Mozzarella Balls
- 10 ounce jar Pimiento Stuffed Manzanilla Olives
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons thin strips of fresh basil
- drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
- drizzle of balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prep. Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Then, drain the tortellini and cool with running cold water. Drain them again and pat them dry, making certain they are completely cooled.
- Thread. Begin to thread about 3 tortellini onto each skewer, followed by a fresh mozzarella ball, 3 olives, 1 grape tomato, 3 more tortellini, two more olives, and top with one more grape tomato. Continue doing so until you have used up all the ingredients.
- Finish and serve. Season the tortellini skewers with salt and pepper to taste. Top with fresh basil strips, then drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Arrange the skewers on a long platter and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 219IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 1mg
