Ingredients
- Salami slices
- Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or similar)
- Black olives (for pupils)
- Mini pepperoni or red pepper slices (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
- Toothpicks or small skewers
- Olive oil (optional, for brushing)
- Sea salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, draining mozzarella balls and preparing optional red pepper slices or mini pepperoni for added detail.
- Place a mozzarella ball in the center of a salami slice and gently wrap it, securing with a toothpick.
- Insert a black olive or a small piece of black olive into the top of the mozzarella to resemble a pupil. Optionally, add a tiny piece of red pepper or mini pepperoni for extra creepy effect.
- Arrange the assembled eyeballs on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley for color and flavor. Drizzle lightly with olive oil or red food coloring for added effect.
Notes
- Store the eyeball appetizers in an airtight container in the refrigerator if not serving immediately.
- Keep them within 2-3 hours of assembly for optimal freshness.
- Avoid stacking to prevent crushing the delicate mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Halloween
- Method: Assemble
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eyeball bite
- Calories: 80 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg