Description
This Homemade Antipasto Salad is a delightful medley of savory flavors perfect for a quick and easy meal. Packed with Italian-inspired ingredients like marinated artichokes, olives, salami, and fresh greens, this no-cook salad is dressed in a simple vinaigrette for a burst of delicious taste in every bite.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
- 1 cup mozzarella balls or cubed provolone cheese
- 1 cup salami or pepperoni slices (quartered)
- ¾ cup black olives (pitted)
- ¾ cup green olives (pitted)
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (sliced)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce or mixed greens
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, mozzarella or provolone, salami or pepperoni, olives, roasted red peppers, red onion, and greens.
- Make the Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- You can substitute the meats or cheeses with vegetarian or dairy-free alternatives.
- For a low-carb version, skip the lettuce and serve as a marinated antipasto platter.
- This salad holds up well for meal prep and is great for picnics or parties.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
