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Description
A quick and easy pasta salad with a fun eyeball theme, perfect for Halloween parties or themed dinners.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- 12 small black olives (for eyeball pupils)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, mozzarella balls, pepperoni, and red bell pepper.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- To make the eyeballs, place a mozzarella ball in the center of a cherry tomato half. Add a small black olive slice on top for the pupil.
- Arrange the eyeballs on top of the salad for a spooky effect.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Replace mozzarella with vegan cheese for a dairy-free version.
- Add more veggies like cucumber or carrots for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook (except pasta)
- Cuisine: American