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Eyeball Pasta Salad

Spooky Eyeball Pasta Salad for a Fun Halloween Feast

This Eyeball Pasta Salad is a whimsical Halloween dish filled with fresh vegetables and mozzarella 'eyeballs', perfect for a fun gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 200 g Rotini or Fusilli Pasta providing great texture
For the Eyeballs
  • 150 g Mini Mozzarella Balls essential for creating the eerie 'eyeballs'
  • 1 Black Olive sliced into rounds for the 'pupil'
For the Vegetables
  • 1 Cucumber diced for crunchy freshness
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper diced for added sweetness and color
  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper diced
  • 50 g Black Olives sliced for added brininess
  • 50 g Green Olives sliced
  • 100 g Cherry Tomatoes halved for sweetness and color
  • 10 g Fresh Basil Leaves chopped for garnish
For the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil adds richness
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar balances flavors
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning enhances overall flavor
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Create the Eyeballs: Place a slice of black olive on each mozzarella ball.
  3. Combine the Vegetables: In a bowl, mix cooled pasta, cucumber, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Add olives.
  4. Whisk the Dressing: Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Arrange the Eyeballs: Place mozzarella eyeballs on top of the salad.
  6. Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite pasta or add proteins like chicken for extra heartiness.

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