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Halloween Salad

Spooky and Delicious Halloween Salad with Mozzarella Skulls

This Halloween Salad is a fun twist on Caprese, featuring mozzarella skulls and vibrant ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mozzarella Skulls
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Balls Or a large mozzarella ball cut into cubes
For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens Any salad mix or arugula can be substituted
  • 1 cup Sweet Cherry Tomatoes Grape tomatoes can be used as an alternative
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality finishing oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Homemade reduction of balsamic vinegar can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
Optional Enhancements
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Fresh parsley can be a substitute
  • 1 whole Lemon Optional for added brightness and acidity

Equipment

  • Silicone skull mold
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Halloween Salad
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place one mozzarella ball into each silicone skull mold, lightly greasing them if desired. Bake for about 6 minutes until soft, then press the cheese into the molds to form skulls and chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add your mixed salad greens. Drizzle in olive oil and squeeze fresh lemon juice, then toss to coat the greens evenly.
  3. Slice the sweet cherry tomatoes in half and scatter over the dressed greens. Gently mix to combine.
  4. Place the chilled mozzarella skulls atop the salad and add sliced fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with more olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  5. Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the salad to taste. Serve immediately for the best freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Assemble the salad just before serving to maintain freshness. Monitor baking closely to avoid melting the mozzarella skulls.

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