Eyeball Caprese Bites
A fun and spooky twist on traditional Caprese salad, perfect for Halloween parties and fall gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Fresh Mozzarella Balls (Bocconcini or Ciliegine)
- Black Olives
- Fresh Basil Leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatoes by slicing the tops off each cherry tomato and scooping out the insides.
- Stuff with Mozzarella by pressing the fresh mozzarella balls into the hollowed tomatoes.
- Create the Olives’ Pupils by slicing black olives in half and placing one half in the center of each mozzarella ball.
- Add the Basil by placing a small basil leaf on top of each tomato.
- Drizzle and Serve by adding balsamic reduction over the assembled bites just before serving.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add jalapeño slices or chili flakes on top. These can be prepared a few hours in advance and assembled right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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