Halloween GRUB Salad
The Starving Chef
If you are looking for a unique salad topping for Halloween, there's no need to go digging in your garden for bugs.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Chill Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Course Halloween
Cuisine Halloween, Salad
FOR GRUBS:
- 1 packet gelatin + boiled water for blooming
- ½ cup broccoli steamed
- ½ cup peas steamed
- 5 dried cranberries optional
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- ½ cup water + more as needed
FOR SALAD:
- 1 bag salad mix
- your favorite salad dressing for topping
- carrots for topping
- tomatoes for topping
- fried red beets for topping
- fried onions for topping
- your favorite salad toppings!
Bloom the gelatin in boiling water according to the instructions on the packaging. Steam the broccoli and peas according to the instructions on the packages.
In a blender or food processor, combine the steamed broccoli, peas, parmesan and cranberries. Pulse until blended then add the water and bloomed gelatin and blend until smooth. You may need to add a few extra tablespoons of water in order for the blend to be smooth.
Use a pipette to fill the molds. Chill until gelatin is set, at least one hour. While the gelatin sets, prepare the salads and toppings. Pop out the grubs and serve on top of the salads. Happy Halloween!
Keyword broccoli, gelatin, peas, salad