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Halloween Salad

Halloween Salad with Cheesy Mozzarella Skulls for Fun Flavors

This Halloween Salad offers a fun, healthy twist on the classic Caprese, featuring mozzarella skulls and vibrant ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Mozzarella Skulls
  • 16 oz Mozzarella Balls Alternatively, use a larger mozzarella ball cut into cubes.
For the Salad Base
  • 6 oz Mixed Salad Greens Provides a fresh and vibrant base.
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes Adds sweetness and color.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Basil Thinly sliced for aromatic touch.
For the Dressing
  • to taste Olive Oil High-quality finishing oil for best flavor.
  • to taste Balsamic Glaze Enhances with sweet and tangy profile.
  • ½ Lemon Optional for zesty brightness.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Flaky Sea Salt Adds texture.
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Adds warmth and hint of spice.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skull Molds
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange mozzarella balls in skull molds that have been lightly greased with olive oil. Bake for about 6 minutes until soft and pliable. Once out, press cheese into molds with a spoon, let cool in the fridge for 10-15 minutes, and remove carefully.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add 6 oz. of mixed salad greens. Drizzle olive oil and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon (if desired). Toss until greens are well coated.
  3. Top the mixed greens with halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella skulls, and thinly sliced fresh basil. Drizzle with more olive oil and balsamic glaze, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Assemble the salad just before serving for maximum freshness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, keeping mozzarella separate until ready to serve.

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