Delightful Halloween Salad with Mozzarella Skulls to Wow Guests

This Halloween Salad combines festive fun with a healthy twist, featuring mozzarella skulls, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. Perfect for any spooky gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 36

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

8 ounces Mozzarella Balls Essential for crafting skull shapes
4 cups Mixed Salad Greens Use arugula or spinach for added flavor
2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Sweet small tomato variety
1 cup Fresh Basil Always use fresh for the best results
3 tablespoons Olive Oil Dressing; can substitute with avocado oil
2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Homemade glaze can be made from balsamic vinegar

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Enhances flavor
1 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Freshly cracked preferred
1 optional Lemon Brightens the salad; lime can substitute

Equipment

Oven
Skull Molds
Mixing Bowl
Spatula

Method

Cooking Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your skull molds with olive oil.
Place one mozzarella ball into each skull mold.
Bake for approximately 6 minutes until soft and slightly puffed.
Press the mozzarella down gently into the molds and let cool for 10-15 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, add mixed salad greens and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, tossing gently.
Add halved cherry tomatoes and skull-shaped mozzarella on top.
Drizzle with more olive oil and balsamic glaze, then season with salt and pepper.
Serve immediately for the best presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftover ingredients separately for optimal freshness.

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