Mini-Size Me! Recipe

Name: Mini-Size Me!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 -10 baby mozzarella balls, cut in half, or larger mozzarella ball, cut into small pieces; 9 -10 cherry tomatoes, halved; 18 -20 basil leaves; Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil; Salt; Freshly ground pepper; Splash of balsamic vinegar; Mixed greens; Skewers, chopsticks or large toothpicks; 4 -6 red seedless grapes, halved and thinly sliced; 4 red pearl onions, thinly sliced and soaked in small amount of olive oil; 1 -2 oz. crumbled Gorgonzola; Drizzle of red wine vinegar; Drizzle of olive oil to taste; Micro or petite greens (this can even be a chiffonade of sorts); Salt; Freshly ground pepper; 6 slender chive spears (about 3 inches long); 6 -8 oz. chilled tomato soup; 1/4 cup creme fraiche or light sour cream; 6 small basil leaves; Fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

9 -10 baby mozzarella balls, cut in half, or larger mozzarella ball, cut into small pieces
9 -10 cherry tomatoes, halved
18 -20 basil leaves
Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
Splash of balsamic vinegar
Mixed greens
Skewers, chopsticks or large toothpicks
4 -6 red seedless grapes, halved and thinly sliced
4 red pearl onions, thinly sliced and soaked in small amount of olive oil
1 -2 oz. crumbled Gorgonzola
Drizzle of red wine vinegar
Drizzle of olive oil to taste
Micro or petite greens (this can even be a chiffonade of sorts)
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
6 slender chive spears (about 3 inches long)
6 -8 oz. chilled tomato soup
1/4 cup creme fraiche or light sour cream
6 small basil leaves
Fresh ground pepper

1
Salad Bite Skewers
2
Place tomato on skewer, followed by mozzarella ball and folded basil leaf.
3
Repeat until you have seven to nine pieces on skewer.
4
Repeat with remaining skewers.Place finished skewers on serving platter that has a scattering of mixed greens on bottom.
5
Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over top of skewers.
6
Follow with a sprinkling of salt, freshly ground pepper and a splash of balsamic vinegar.
7
Grapes and Gorgonzola Salad Bite Spoons
8
In a bowl, mix together grapes, onion and Gorgonzola.
9
Drizzle mix with red wine vinegar and olive oil.
10
Add a dash of salt and freshly ground pepper; stir.
11
Place micro greens on spoons and top with a spoonful of grape mix.Place on a serving platter that has been layered with breadcrumbs.
12
Chilled Soup Shots
13
Place chive spear in shot glass.
14
Pour chilled soup into glass to about 3/4 full.
15
Top with a dollop of creme fraiche or sour cream and garnish with basil leaf.
16
Finish with freshly ground pepper.

1791

kcal

Calories

147

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 -10 baby mozzarella balls, cut in half, or larger mozzarella ball, cut into small pieces, 9 -10 cherry tomatoes, halved, 18 -20 basil leaves, Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Mini-Size Me! falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mini-Size Me!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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