SALT LAKE CITY — Chef Jeff Jackson with Smith’s showed us how to make a refreshing snack that’ll remind you of summer as the season wraps up — marinated mozzarella and melon skewers.

Ingredients

For the mozzarella & melon

• 1/3 c. basil pesto
• 2 c. fresh mozzarella balls
• 4 c. mixed melon balls
• 1-2 c. fresh basil leaves

For the vinaigrette                                  

• ¼ c. extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp. balsamic or champagne vinegar
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 tbsp. honey
• 2 tsp. fig preserves/jam
• Kosher salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh mint

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, toss together the pesto and mozzarella balls.
2. Make the vinaigrette by combining all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk or use a stick blender to blend. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.
3. Assemble the skewers by alternating the mozzarella, melons, and basil leaves on a skewer.
4. Arrange on a serving platter and drizzle with the vinaigrette. Enjoy!