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Halloween Salad

Spooky Halloween Salad That's Fun and Healthy to Make

This Halloween Salad combines fresh ingredients and playful mozzarella skulls for a fun, healthy treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Balls Use skull molds for shape.
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens Arugula or spinach can be used.
  • 1 cup Sweet Cherry Tomatoes Grape or heirloom tomatoes can be swapped.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Dried basil can suffice in a pinch.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Quality finishing oil is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Can be homemade by reducing balsamic vinegar.
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Kosher salt can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper White pepper can be used for milder flavor.
  • 1 Lemon Optional; for extra brightness.

Equipment

  • Skull-shaped molds
  • oven
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place mozzarella balls into skull-shaped molds, lightly greasing them with olive oil if desired. Bake for about 6 minutes, just until softened. Allow them to cool in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before removing from the molds.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, layer your chosen mixed salad greens as the base. Drizzle with olive oil and optional lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the greens.
  3. Sprinkle sliced cherry tomatoes over the mixed greens. Nestle the mozzarella skulls on top and tear fresh basil leaves across the salad.
  4. Drizzle generously with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Finish with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  5. Serve the salad promptly for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best taste and texture. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

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