Eyeball Pasta Salad – Creepy pasta salad with mozzarella eyeballs
Get ready to impress your guests with the Eyeball Pasta Salad, a spooky yet delicious dish that’s perfect for Halloween gatherings or any themed event! This creepy pasta salad features vibrant vegetables, delightful mozzarella eyeballs, and a flavorful dressing that will have everyone raving. The unique presentation and fun flavors create an unforgettable experience for both kids and adults. Whip it up in no time, and let the chills (and cheers) begin!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g rotini or fusilli pasta
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
- Cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)
- 150g mini mozzarella balls
- 1 black olive (sliced into rounds)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Create eyeballs by inserting a slice of black olive into each mini mozzarella ball.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with diced cucumber, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Just before serving, arrange mozzarella eyeballs on top for a spooky effect.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 6mg