Snack Brighter: Fresh, Flavorful Noshes And Nibbles

That's where NatureSweet shines by adding a little color to snack plates with its Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Peppers. Fair Trade and B Corp-certified, the produce company is widely recognized for meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, supporting agricultural workers and making a positive impact.

That commitment and the belief that "the more you put into something, the more you get out" shows up in flavorful recipes like these Caprese Skewers. Coated in a flavorful, fresh Balsamic Glaze, these light, colorful snacks make everything from after-school bites to weekend entertaining more fun.

Perfectly paired with fresh Basil Leaves and Mozzarella, the star is Constellation Tomatoes - a blended, balanced mix of classic Cherry Tomatoes, Sweet Yellow Tomatoes, Mini-Heirloom Tomatoes and Orange Cherry Tomatoes. Easy to enjoy as a standalone sweet-and-healthy snack or as a palette-pleasing ingredient in a variety of recipes, it's truly a tomato for every occasion.

Or if you prefer savory, hearty snacks, these Bruschetta Bagels are packed with flavor. Homemade bagels are topped with juicy Glorys Cherry Tomatoes - perfect for grilling, sauteing, roasting, baking or simply snacking - creamy Goat Cheese and a splash of balsamic to create a bite that feels indulgent but is packed with fresh ingredients.

Find more fresh recipe inspiration at: www.NatureSweet.com.

Caprese Skewers

Recipe courtesy of The Produce Moms

Prep time: 15 minutes

Yield: 12 skewers

2 Tablespoons of Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

1 Teaspoon of Italian Seasoning

1/3 Teaspoon of Cracked Red Pepper Flakes

1/8 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder

1/8 Teaspoon of Kosher Salt

12 Mozzarella Balls, drained and patted dry

24 Ounces of NatureSweet Constellation Tomatoes

24 Small Fresh Basil Leaves

1/4 Cup of Balsamic Glaze (optional)

In a small bowl, whisk the Olive Oil, the Italian Seasoning, the Cracked Red Pepper Flakes, the Garlic Powder and the Salt.

Add the Mozzarella Balls. Gently toss to coat. For best flavor, marinate them in the fridge overnight.

To assemble the skewers: Thread the Tomato, the folded Basil Leaf, the marinated Mozzarella Ball, another folded Basil Leaf and another Tomato. Repeat to make the 12 skewers.

Place them on a serving platter. If desired, drizzle the Balsamic Glaze over the skewers on a serving platter.

Bruschetta Bagels

Prep time: 1 hour, 20 minutes

Yield: 8 bagels

Bagels:

1 Packet of Dry Yeast

1 Tablespoon of Sugar

1 1/4 Cups of lukewarm Water, divided

3 1/2 Cups of Flour

1 Teaspoon of Salt

Sesame Seeds

Bruschetta:

2 Cups of NatureSweet Glorys Cherry Tomatoes

1/4 Cup of Olive Oil

2 Cloves of Garlic

1/2 Cup of Basil

Topping:

1 Cup of Goat Cheese

1/4 Cup of Balsamic Vinegar

Salt, to taste

Pepper, to taste

To make the Bagels: In a bowl, mix the Yeast, the Sugar and 1/2 Cup of lukewarm Water; let it rest for 5 minutes.

In a separate large bowl, place the Flour and add the Yeast mixture, the remaining lukewarm Water and the Salt. Mix thoroughly with your hands until a Homogenous mixture is obtained. Transfer it to a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap and let it rise for 1 hour.

Once the dough rises, place it on a flat surface and divide it into eight equal parts. Form the small Dough Balls and, using your finger, make a hole in the center of each one to form the Bagels. Place them on a baking sheet, cover them with a kitchen towel and let them rise for 15 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 390 F.

In a pot of hot water over medium heat, cook each Bagel for 5 seconds, making sure they do not stick to each other. Remove them from the Water and drain them thoroughly. Place them on a parchment paper-lined plate, sprinkle them with Sesame Seeds and bake them for 25 minutes.

To make the Bruschetta: On a cutting board, use a knife to cut the Tomatoes in half. Transfer them to a bowl; add the Olive Oil, the Garlic and the Basil then mix. Set aside.

To make the topping and serve: Cut the Bagels in half, placing them on a cutting board and use a knife to spread the Goat Cheese on each Bagel half. Add the Bruschetta and drops of the Balsamic Vinegar then sprinkle with the Salt and the Pepper, to taste.

Source: NatureSweet