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SKULL CAPRESE SALAD

Skull Caprese Salad

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Celebrate Halloween with a spooky and delicious Skull Caprese Salad! This innovative twist on the classic Caprese combines creamy mozzarella skulls, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with balsamic glaze. Perfect for parties, brunches, or festive gatherings, this salad not only stands out visually but is also quick and easy to prepare.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese (preferably mozzarella balls)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • Balsamic glaze for drizzling
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Use a skull-shaped cookie cutter to cut fresh mozzarella into skull shapes. Alternatively, leave mozzarella balls whole for simplicity.
  2. On a large serving platter, arrange the mozzarella skulls surrounded by halved cherry tomatoes.
  3. Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the cheese and tomatoes for added color and flavor.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the salad (if desired) and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Generously drizzle balsamic glaze over the entire salad before serving.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No cooking required
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg