Antipasto Salad Recipe (10 Minutes!)

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this delicious italian Antipasto Salad Recipe Suitable for all occasions!It makes a great addition to dinner parties, potlucks, barbecues (especially Memorial Day, Labor Day or american independence day!) … your name.I originally created this recipe to be grain free italian spaghetti salad (“antipasta salad,” if you will, ha!), and realized Appetizer Salad In fact, it is “a thing” in itself.

This dish combines classic cured meats and cheeses with fresh Italian Pickled Artichoke Salad, kind of like an appetizer platter (or charcuterie board) in a bowl.If you like Caprese Salad, you’ll love this too. It has some of the same elements, plus the perfect antipasto dressing to tie it all together. Even my kids love it!

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best antipasto salad ingredients, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

Appetizer Salad:

• meat – Chopped Genoa salami and prosciutto are classic meats, but you can add pepperoni, ham, or deli turkey for a lighter version.
• vegetable – This salad combines fresh grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes) for a delicious Kalamata Olives (alternatively, green or black olives), pepperand canned artichoke hearts For the final flavor combination. You can also add romaine lettuce, red peppers, cucumbers, red onions, or other vegetables of choice. Cut everything into bite-sized pieces.
• cheese – If you can’t tolerate dairy, you can cut it out. Otherwise, fresh mozzarella adds a creamy and cool flavor. It’s also delicious sprinkled with grated Parmesan or shredded provolone.
• fresh basil – Adds the perfect bright flavor, but you can also use oregano, parsley, or chives for an aromatic boost.

Appetizer Salad Dressing:

• olive oil – similar to mine Homemade Italian SauceUse mild olive oil for this dressing, but you can use extra virgin olive oil or any type of oil such as avocado, coconut, or even nut oils.
• white wine vinegar – This will emulsify the dressing and increase the acidity. You can substitute any type of vinegar, such as apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, or balsamic vinegar, or just lemon juice. If you want to add more complex flavors to your dressing, add 1-2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard.
• sea ​​salt & Black pepper – You don’t need to put a lot of salt because there is a lot of salt in the meat.

Variations: Appetizer Pasta Salad!

With other ingredients, add 1 lb cooked and cooled pasta such as rotini, fusilli, Zucchini Noodles, or any pasta you like. You may need to prepare additional dressings.

How to Make an Antipasto Salad

This section shows how to make a simple antipasto salad, with detailed step-by-step photos and technical details to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Make a savory salad dressing. in a large bowl, brush Together olive oil, white wine vinegar, sea salt and black pepper.
2. Add salad ingredients. Place meat, mozzarella, and vegetables in bowls and place over dressing. (You can also mix the dressing in a small bowl and pour over the salad in the larger bowl.)

3. Toss salad to coat. Add fresh basil just before serving.

storage instructions

• shop: Store chopped salad in an airtight container and refrigerate for 2-3 days. If possible, store basil separately and add just before serving.
• Meal Prep: You can make the salad ahead of time and store in the fridge without the basil. If you don’t add basil it will last for a few days.

What to Serve with Antipasto Salad Recipes

You can treat this salad as healthy lunch Serve alone as a main course, or if you want to make it more filling, serve it as the first course of an Italian meal. Here are some ideas:

• chicken – Pair this salad with a comforting chicken dish like tangy lemon Chicken Piccatatasty Chicken Masalaor hearty chicken hunter.
• seafood – Fresh salads are always served with Grilled Lobster Tailsflaky baked codor lemon-y Garlic Butter Shrimp. For an Italian twist, try Creamy Tuscan Salmon.
• pasta – You can’t go wrong with classic dishes like lasagna, pasta or even ravioli.For a lighter option, try Zucchini Raviolihealthy Eggplant Lasagnaor Zucchini Pasta.
• pizza – There is no Italian food without pizza!For a healthy option, try my Pizza Casserole sneak in a secret vegetable (great for a crowd if you’re entertaining guests), or Zucchini Pizza Boats summer.
• bread – try Cauliflower Breadyour favorite crusty bread, or Low Carb Garlic Bread.

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Antipasto Salad Recipe (10 Minutes!)

Make this easy antipasto salad recipe with simple ingredients like salami, mozzarella, tomatoes, olives, and artichokes. Ready in 10 minutes!

Prepare: 10 minute

all: 10 minute

Serving Size: 8 (adjust according to recipe)

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1. in a large bowl, brush Together olive oil, white wine vinegar, sea salt and black pepper. Tilt the bowl if needed.

2. Add all remaining ingredients except basil, and stir to combine.

3. Add fresh basil just before serving. (You can make the salad ahead of time and store in the fridge without the basil.)

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 1 cup

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 345

fat 30 grams

protein 14 grams

total carbohydrates 3 grams

net carbs 2 grams

fiber 1 g

sugar 1 g

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