Description
Spooky yet party-friendly skewers made with mozzarella, salami, and olive “pupils.” Easy, no-cook Halloween appetizer that’s fun for kids and adults.
Ingredients
12 mini mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
12 thin salami slices
6 large green olives, pimento-stuffed, sliced
6 large black olives, sliced
1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
Fresh basil or parsley leaves (optional)
12 sturdy toothpicks or cocktail picks
1/2 cup marinara or red pepper dip (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Slice green and black olives into 1/4-inch rounds to make pupils.
2. Fold each salami slice in half to form a small base.
3. Set one mozzarella ball on each salami base; top with an olive slice.
4. Skewer through olive, mozzarella, and salami to secure the stack.
5. Brush mozzarella lightly with olive oil if dry; tuck in a small herb leaf if using.
6. Chill 10 minutes, then serve on a dark platter with marinara for a spooky effect.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes