Delicious Antipasto Salad

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and satisfying Delicious Antipasto Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece brimming with bold flavors and hearty ingredients. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy red onions. A medley of marinated artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, and zesty pepperoncini peppers adds a burst of tangy goodness, while creamy mozzarella balls and salty slices of salami and prosciutto provide rich, savory bites. A simple, homemade dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and oregano ties it all together, finishing with delicate shavings of Parmesan cheese for extra indulgence. Perfect as a standalone lunch or shared as a starter for an Italian-inspired feast, this quick 20-minute antipasto salad is a showstopper for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup Pepperoncini peppers
• 1 cup Mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
• 4 ounces Salami
• 4 ounces Prosciutto
• 1 cup Artichoke hearts (marinated, drained)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (shaved)
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 3

Slice the Kalamata olives in half and chop the pepperoncini peppers into smaller pieces, if desired. Add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Slice the salami into bite-sized strips and tear the prosciutto into smaller pieces. Add the meats to the salad bowl along with the mozzarella balls and drained artichoke hearts.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well emulsified to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle shaved Parmesan cheese on top as a garnish and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1963.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2562.2

Total Fat 199.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g
Cholesterol 363.7mg	0%
Sodium 10010.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 120.0g	0%

Vitamin D 46.8IU	0%
Calcium 1613.6mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 3350.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.5%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 11.9%