Description
These Skewered Salami Mozzarella Eyeballs are a fun and spooky appetizer perfect for Halloween parties or any festive occasion. Creamy mozzarella balls are artistically transformed with kalamata olives to resemble eyeballs, then threaded with flavorful pepperoni and vibrant red bell pepper wedges onto skewers for an eye-catching presentation that’s as delicious as it is playful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 240 g mozzarella balls
- 115 g pepperoni stick
- 2 tablespoons kalamata olives, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Mozzarella Balls: Carefully use a sharp knife to cut small indents into each mozzarella ball. Set them aside for filling.
- Make Olive ‘Eyeballs’: Finely chop the kalamata olives and press a portion of this mixture into each indent on the mozzarella balls to create the appearance of eyes.
- Slice Pepperoni: Slice the pepperoni stick into small cylindrical pieces about 2 cm long. Also, cut several slices into thin strips approximately 0.5–1 cm thick for the base.
- Prepare Bell Pepper: Slice the red bell pepper into small wedges suitable for skewering and garnish. Reserve extra pieces if you want a spicier or more decorative touch.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread one red bell pepper wedge onto each skewer first, followed by a chunk of pepperoni, then the mozzarella-olive “eyeball,” and a thicker pepperoni slice. Add thin pepperoni slices at the base of the skewer and finish by capping with another mozzarella ball for stability.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled skewers until ready to serve. Present chilled on a festive platter to impress your guests with this creative appetizer.
Notes
- Prepare the skewers up to several hours in advance and refrigerate for optimal freshness.
- Use a very sharp knife to create clean indents on the mozzarella balls without squishing them.
- Double-check ingredient labels for allergens, especially if serving guests with food sensitivities.
- For a spicier touch, add extra red bell pepper pieces or substitute with spicy pepper varieties.
- Ensure mozzarella balls are firm to hold the shape of the eye indentations effectively.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
