Quick and Easy Antipasto Salad

Quick and Easy Antipasto Salad

8 servings
Antipasto salad is a vibrant and colorful dish, featuring a medley of Italian flavors that come together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy nights, it’s filled with fresh vegetables, tangy cheeses, and savory meats, making every bite a delightful experience.

Ingredients

  • 1 pint grape tomatoes

    halved

  • 1 cup sliced or cubed salami
  • 8 ounces fresh mini mozzarella cheese balls

    , halved

  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup whole green olives

    , pitted

  • 1/2 cup kalamata olive
  • 1/2 cup roughly chopped artichoke hearts
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped pepperoncinis
  • 1/2 medium red onion

    diced

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

    for garnish

  • 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

  1. 1

    In a small mixing bowl, make your dressing by whisking together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, sugar, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, add in tomatoes, salami, mozzarella balls, olives, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini and red onion. Drizzle dressing over the ingredients. Toss to combine.

  3. 3

    Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

  4. 4

    Serve on a bed of lettuce and garnish with basil.

Quick and Easy Antipasto Salad

Quick and Easy Antipasto Salad

4.8(4)20 min8 servings

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About this Recipe

Looking for a vibrant dish that brings the best of Italian flavors to your table without spending hours in the kitchen? This Quick and Easy Antipasto Salad delivers just that, ready to enjoy in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you need a crowd-pleasing dish in a flash. You'll love how effortlessly it comes together.

What makes this Quick and Easy Antipasto Salad truly special is its incredible medley of fresh vegetables, tangy cheeses, and savory meats, all perfectly balanced. It's designed to be a delightful experience, proving that authentic Italian-inspired taste doesn't require a complicated effort. The blend of textures and bold flavors sets it apart from ordinary salads.

With every forkful of this antipasto salad, you'll discover a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Expect the crisp crunch of romaine lettuce and fresh grape tomatoes, complemented by the creamy bite of fresh mini mozzarella and the satisfying chew of salami. The black, green, and Kalamata olives, along with roughly chopped artichoke hearts and pepperoncinis, add layers of briny, tangy notes. Everything is brought together by a bright, zesty dressing that sings with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, and a hint of red pepper flakes.

This salad is wonderfully adaptable to your preferences. Feel free to swap the sliced salami for other cured meats, or opt for a vegetarian version by adding chickpeas or extra vegetables like bell peppers or roasted red peppers. If you prefer less spice, you can easily omit the crushed red pepper flakes from the dressing. For a different acidic punch, a splash of balsamic glaze could be a lovely addition.

Ideal for a casual weeknight dinner or a lively potluck, this Quick and Easy Antipasto Salad makes a generous serving for eight. Garnish with plenty of fresh basil for an extra burst of aroma and flavor, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious.

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