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Mozzarella, cucumber and tomato bites

If you need a quick and easy snacks with your aperitif or some nibbles for a party, try these mozzarella, cucumber and tomato bites. They are incredibly easy, tasty and can be prepared well  in advance. They travel well too (in a sealed container) so are ideal for picnics, trips or just for your everyday lunchbox.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1234
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 20 mozzarella balls
  • 20 cherry tomatoes
  • 5 mini cucumbers
  • 1 clove of garlic minced
  • juice and grated zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp chopped chives or dill
  • 20 cocktail sticks or mini skewers

Method
 

  1. Drain the mozzarella balls and put them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Wash, wipe, then cut the cucumber into 4 chunks, then add to the bowl.
  3. Wash and wipe the tomatoes, then add to the bowl.
  4. Add the minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, oil and herb. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine everything. Chill for at least an hour before serving, turning a few times.
  6. Taste, adjust the seasoning and lemon juice to your liking.
  7. Thread one cucumber piece, one mozzarella ball and one tomato onto each stick.
  8. Put the skewers on a serving platter. Pour any remaining marinade over them and serve.