/en/tags/cold-appetizer/Recent content in Cold-Appetizer on Your Ultimate Guide to Wine Basics, Easy Bistro Recipes, and Wine PairingsHugo -- gohugo.ioenRengakanWed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0900/en/bistro-recipe/three-chilled-bistro-appetizers-for-summer/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0900/en/bistro-recipe/three-chilled-bistro-appetizers-for-summer/<img src="/img/thumbnail/summer-cold-appetizer-recipe-en.png" alt="Featured image of post Three Chilled Bistro Appetizers for Summer" /><p>Summer calls for light, refreshing starters that pair beautifully with chilled white or rosé wine. These three bistro-style cold appetizers take under 15 minutes each and require minimal cooking.</p> <h2 id="1-caprese-salad-with-summer-tomatoes">1. Caprese Salad with Summer Tomatoes </h2><p>The quintessential summer starter. Slice ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella, layer with basil, and drizzle with salt, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. The key is not to over-chill the tomatoes. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes after refrigeration. Sweet sun-ripened tomatoes and creamy mozzarella create a perfect harmony.</p>