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Halloween Salad

Spooktacular Halloween Salad with Mozzarella Skulls

This Halloween Salad features playful mozzarella skulls, vibrant greens, and juicy tomatoes, making it a delightful and nutritious addition to your festive table.
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Prep Time 16 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Healthy Light Meals
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mozzarella Skulls
  • 8 oz mozzarella balls about 16 balls for skull shapes
  • olive oil for greasing molds
For the Salad Base
  • 6 oz mixed salad greens any blend of your choice
  • 1 pint sweet cherry tomatoes juicy and sweet
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil thinly sliced
For the Dressing & Seasoning
  • balsamic glaze to drizzle on top
  • flaky sea salt to enhance flavor
  • freshly cracked black pepper adds mild kick
  • ½ lemon lemon optional for brightness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skull Molds
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Halloween Salad
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and skull molds.
  2. Place one mozzarella ball into each skull mold and lightly grease the molds with olive oil.
  3. Bake the filled molds in the oven for about 6 minutes until the mozzarella softens but does not melt completely.
  4. Remove the molds and press the softened mozzarella into the molds with the back of a spoon.
  5. Chill the molds in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to solidify the mozzarella skulls.
  6. Carefully remove the skulls from the molds once set, ensuring clear features.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, toss the mixed salad greens with olive oil and lemon if desired.
  8. Assemble the salad with sliced cherry tomatoes and the prepared mozzarella skulls.
  9. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the salad, and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
  10. Serve immediately for a fresh and vibrant Halloween Salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh mozzarella for the best texture and flavor. Lightly grease molds to prevent sticking, and add extra vegetables if desired.

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