Spooky Eyeball Caprese Salad
A spooky twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring mozzarella eyeballs, vibrant tomatoes, and fresh basil—perfect for Halloween parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine, about 1 inch in diameter)
- Cherry or grape tomatoes
- Black olives, sliced thinly
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil
- Optional: Red food coloring
Instructions
- Drain and pat dry the mozzarella balls with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Slice the black olives thinly to form pupils for the eyeballs.
- Place an olive slice onto each mozzarella ball using a toothpick or your fingers. Press gently to secure.
- Halve the cherry or grape tomatoes and arrange them on your serving platter.
- Place the mozzarella eyeballs on top of the tomato halves, using the tomatoes as the base for the eyeballs.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves around the eyeballs for a pop of green.
- Lightly drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the salad. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Optional: Add a few drops of red food coloring to the olive oil for a blood-like effect.
Notes
[‘Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.’, ‘Refrigerate the salad for 15-20 minutes before serving for optimal freshness.’, ‘Prepare the mozzarella eyeballs a day in advance to save time on party day.’, ‘Experiment with spooky decorations like fake spiders or skeleton props for added Halloween flair.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Protein: 8
Keywords: Halloween, spooky salad, Caprese salad, mozzarella eyeballs, Halloween appetizer