Ingredients
- Thinly sliced salami
- Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or mozzarella pearls)
- Black olives (for pupils)
- Red bell pepper strips (for bloodshot effect, optional)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
- Toothpicks or small skewers
- Olive oil (for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients, ensuring mozzarella is drained and salami slices are thin. Slice red bell pepper into thin strips if using.
- Wrap a slice of salami around each mozzarella ball, pinning it with a toothpick or small skewer to create the eyeball sclera.
- Place a black olive in the center of each mozzarella ball, pressing gently to resemble an eyeball’s pupil.
- For added bloodshot effect, decorate with thin red pepper strips to mimic blood vessels. Drizzle with olive oil for shine.
- Arrange the eyeballs on a platter, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately or refrigerate until needed. Enjoy these spooky Halloween appetizers!
Notes
- Serve the eyeballs immediately for best presentation. They can be prepared a few hours in advance and kept refrigerated.
- Use high-quality mozzarella and thin salami slices for optimal appearance.
- Optional bloodshot details can be created with red bell pepper strips or bloodred sauces for extra creepiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Halloween
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eyeball
- Calories: 80 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg