Skull Caprese Salad Delight: A Fun Twist for Halloween Festivities

Skull Caprese Salad Delight is a creative and festive vegetarian dish perfect for Halloween celebrations.

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Prep Time 21

Cook Time 8

Chilling Time 10

Total Time 39

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Skulls

1 cup Fresh Mozzarella Pearls or larger mozzarella if needed
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes black cherry tomatoes recommended for spooky flair

For the Dressing

2 tablespoons Olive Oil mild oil substitute is acceptable
1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar balsamic glaze can be used for sweetness
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For Garnishing

1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves purple basil can be an interesting twist
1/4 cup Toasted Pine Nuts optional for added crunch

Equipment

Skull molds
microwave
oven
Large Bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

Prepare the skulls by pressing fresh mozzarella pearls into skull molds firmly.
Melt the filled molds in the microwave for 20–30 seconds or in a preheated oven at 350°F for 6–8 minutes.
Absorb any excess liquid by pressing paper towels on the melted mozzarella.
Chill the molds in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
Unmold the skull-shaped mozzarella carefully.
Mix the unmolded mozzarella skulls with halved cherry tomatoes in a large bowl.
Dress the salad by drizzling with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle salt and black pepper.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and toasted pine nuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best presentation, assemble the salad just before serving and keep the components separate until then.

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