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Halloween Salad

Delicious Halloween Salad with Mozzarella Skulls to Impress

This Halloween Salad features festive mozzarella skulls and fresh ingredients for a light, healthy dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Balls Or a large ball cut into cubes
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens
  • 1 pint Sweet Cherry Tomatoes Grape tomatoes can be substituted
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Can use mint for a twist
For Dressing and Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Choose high-quality oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Homemade reduction is best
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Kosher salt is a suitable alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Omit for a milder salad
  • ½ Lemon Optional, for brightness

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skull-shaped silicone mold
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Halloween Salad
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the mozzarella.
  2. Place mozzarella balls into the skull-shaped silicone mold. Optionally grease with olive oil.
  3. Bake the mozzarella in the preheated oven for about 6 minutes until they soften.
  4. Remove from the oven and gently press each mozzarella ball to fill the skull shape. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine mixed salad greens, drizzle with olive oil, and add lemon juice if desired. Toss gently.
  6. Top the greens with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella skulls. Add torn basil leaves and finish with olive oil, balsamic glaze, sea salt, and pepper.
  7. Serve immediately to enjoy the best taste and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the silicone mold is properly greased for easy release of mozzarella skulls. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.

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