Description
Skewered Salami Mozzarella Eyeballs are a fun and festive appetizer perfect for parties and Halloween gatherings. These bite-sized skewers combine creamy mozzarella balls, spicy pepperoni, tangy kalamata olives, and sweet red bell peppers to create a playful and visually striking treat that looks like eerie eyeballs on a skewer. Easy to assemble and serve chilled, they make a unique addition to any appetizer spread.
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 aside to be filled later.
- Make Olive ‘Eyeballs’: Finely chop kalamata olives and press a portion into each indent of the mozzarella balls to resemble the iris of an eyeball.
- Slice Pepperoni: Slice the pepperoni stick into small cylinders approximately 2 cm long. Then cut several slices into thin strips about 0.5–1 cm thick for layering on the skewers.
- Cut Red Bell Pepper: Slice the red bell pepper into small wedges suitable for skewering and garnish. Reserve additional pieces if a spicier decoration is desired.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread a red bell pepper wedge onto each skewer first, followed by a pepperoni chunk, then the mozzarella-olive ‘eyeball.’ Add a thicker pepperoni slice next, then layer thin pepperoni strips for the base, capping with another mozzarella ball for stability.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled skewers until ready to serve. Present chilled on a festive platter for best taste and appearance.
Notes
- Prepare the skewers several hours in advance and keep refrigerated to maintain freshness.
- Use a very sharp knife to avoid squishing the mozzarella balls when making indents.
- Double-check all ingredient labels if you have allergen concerns and consult a healthcare professional if unsure.
- These skewers can be customized with other cured meats or olives to suit different taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
