Shanthi Appelö is a registered dietitian and health and wellness spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan based in Detroit. Passionate about the science of nutrition and behavior, Shanthi has experience working in clinical nutrition, public health and teaching in the university setting. She earned her Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Tennessee and has a research background in maternal and child health nutrition and public health, as well as a Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. In her free time, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, exploring the outdoors, working on art and spending time with family.
Grilled Caprese Skewers – Makes 8 Skewers
Serving Amount
Ingredients
4 Campari tomatoes
4 slices fresh mozzarella
4 slices prosciutto
8 fresh basil leaves
Small metal or wood skewers
1⁄2 tbsp olive oil
1⁄2 tbsp balsamic reduction
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1
If using wood skewers, soak at least 30 minutes before skewering ingredients on.
Step 2
Wrap mozzarella slices in 1 slice of prosciutto each. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 3
Skewer one tomato with one prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella slice. Grill immediately over a hot grill prepared with spray oil. Grill for a few minutes until grill marks appear.
Step 4
Once skewers have cooled enough to handle, add basil leaves and serve. Drizzle some olive oil and balsamic reduction on top. Add coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
