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Halloween Eyeball Pasta Salad

Halloween Eyeball Pasta Salad: 5 Spooky, Bold, Epic Tips.


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 46 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Halloween Eyeball Pasta Salad is a spooky, bold pasta salad featuring mozzarella eyeballs and festive colors—perfect for Halloween parties.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz rotini pasta (tri-color or plain)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cucumbers, diced
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1012 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
  • 1012 sliced black olives
  • Ketchup or sriracha (for bloodshot effect, optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, tomatoes, olives, red onion, and cucumber.
  3. Pour in Italian dressing and sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat.
  4. To make the eyeballs, press one olive slice into the center of each mozzarella ball. Use a toothpick dipped in ketchup or sriracha to add veins if desired.
  5. Gently place the eyeball mozzarella balls on top of the pasta salad before serving.
  6. Chill until ready to serve for best flavor.

Notes

  • Best served chilled for the flavors to meld.
  • Can be prepared up to assembly a day ahead; store components separately and combine just before serving.
  • For a lighter version, reduce the Italian dressing or use a vinaigrette.
  • To keep it vegetarian, ensure the dressing is vegetarian and avoid non-vegetarian toppings.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8-12 minutes
  • Category: Pasta Salad
  • Method: Chill/Assemble
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately)

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