Tomato Eyeballs

Vegan and Non-Vegan Options

Get ready to add a spooky touch to your Halloween festivities with these Tomato Eyeballs! Whether you’re looking for a vegan or non-vegan option, this recipe has got you covered. With cherry tomatoes as the base, filled with a cheesy mixture and topped with olives, these eerie eyeballs are sure to impress your guests. Let’s dive into the recipe and create a hauntingly delicious treat!

INGREDIENTS

200 g of cherry tomatoes
10 black olives
1 cup of grated vegan cheese (or Gouda)
1 tablespoon of vegan mayonnaise (or regular)

METHOD

1. Start by washing the cherry tomatoes thoroughly to ensure they are clean and ready to be transformed into spooky eyeballs.

2. Cut off the top of each tomato and use a teaspoon to carefully scoop out the seeds and pulp, creating a hollow centre. Set the hollowed tomatoes aside.

3. In a separate bowl, combine the grated vegan cheese (or Gouda) with the vegan mayonnaise (or regular mayo). Mix well until the cheese and mayo are fully incorporated, creating a creamy and flavourful filling.

4. Take the hollowed cherry tomatoes and fill each one with the cheese mixture, using a spoon or piping bag for precision.

5. Slice the black olives into rings. Place one olive ring on top of each tomato, pressing it gently into the cheese filling. The olive rings will resemble the pupils of the eyeballs.

6. Arrange the completed tomato eyeballs on a serving platter, creating a spooky and eye-catching display.

7. Serve these Tomato Eyeballs as a fun and festive appetizer at your Halloween party or any other spooky-themed gathering. They are sure to be a hit!

Note: You can get creative with additional garnishes or decorations if desired. Consider using food colouring to create bloodshot veins on the cheese filling or adding small pieces of red bell pepper for an extra eerie effect.

Whether you choose the vegan or non-vegan option, these Tomato Eyeballs are a playful and delicious addition to any Halloween celebration. They are quick to assemble and will surely delight both kids and adults alike. So, get ready to serve up some frightful fun and enjoy these spooky treats!

Remember to share your creations with us and let us know how your Tomato Eyeballs turned out. Happy Halloween!