Description
A vibrant and flavorful Antipasto Salad featuring a mix of Italian meats, fresh mozzarella, tangy vegetables, and a simple olive oil and vinegar dressing. Perfect as a light meal or appetizer, this salad combines savory, tangy, and fresh ingredients for a classic Italian-inspired dish.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp White wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp Sea salt (to taste)
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper (to taste)
Salad Components
- 8 oz Salami (chopped)
- 8 oz Fresh mozzarella balls
- 6 oz Prosciutto (chopped)
- 2 cups Grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup Pepperoncini peppers (drained, chopped)
- 1 14-oz can Artichoke hearts (drained, chopped)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil (cut into ribbons)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper, tilting the bowl as needed to combine the ingredients smoothly into a well-emulsified dressing.
- Add salad ingredients: Into the bowl with the dressing, add the chopped salami, fresh mozzarella balls, chopped prosciutto, halved grape tomatoes, chopped pepperoncini peppers, chopped artichoke hearts, and Kalamata olives. Toss everything gently to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
- Add fresh basil and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the fresh basil ribbons over the salad and give it a final light toss. Note that the salad can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated without the basil to keep it fresh.
Notes
- The salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for several hours; add fresh basil just before serving to maintain its vibrant flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the salami and prosciutto.
- Adjust sea salt and pepper to taste, considering the saltiness of the meats and olives.
- Use good quality extra virgin olive oil and white wine vinegar for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: antipasto salad, italian salad, salami salad, cheese salad, easy appetizer, no cook salad, prosciutto salad
