Easy Antipasto Salad Recipe is a quick Italian appetizer platter made with lettuce, salami, prosciutto, mozzarella cheese and more.
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A few of you guys loved my Charcuterie Board recipe and have asked, "Show me how to make an authentic Italian antipasto salad!" Well, here you go!
This salad is flexible, which means you can add whatever you want to it, and you can take away what you don't like. It's also a low carb salad recipe which is a huge win.
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What is Antipasto Salad? What Does it Mean?
Antipasto means before the meal. It's a traditional Italian platter of cured meats, various cheeses, and marinated vegetables. It's served as the first course before the main dish.
You can make it a salad by adding leafy vegetables and Italian dressing.
The difference between antipasto and antipasti is antipasti is the plural form of antipasto.
Salad Ingredients and What is it Made Of
Common Ingredients include:
- Cured meats such as prosciutto, salami,
- Marinated Artichokes
- Provolone Cheese
- Mozzarella balls cheese
- Olives
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Fresh Basil
How to Make Antipasto Salad
- Spread chopped romaine lettuce throughout the bottom of a salad bowl or serving dish.
- Add salami, prosciutto, artichokes, sliced provolone, mozzarella, olives, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
- Serve with Italian Dressing.
Decide what cured meats, cheese, and marinated veggies you would like. Feel free to add and omit whatever you don't like.
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The meal is traditionally served with cured meats, but I like to use uncured-nitrate free meat with no preservatives. You can find these at Trader Joe's and other stores like Sprouts and sometimes Target.
Dressing
I love my Italian Vinaigrette Homemade Dressing.
How Many Calories?
The salad has 447 calories per serving. You can reduce the calorie intake by lowering the amount of cheese or meat used in the recipe.
What to Serve with the Salad/Pair with These Recipes
What do you eat with antipasti? You can make it a meal of it's own or add these recipes.
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Roasted Ranch Potatoes
Grilled Asparagus in Foil
Air Fryer Garlic Green Beans
How Long Will the Salad Last in the Fridge?
It will last for a few days, tightly covered in the refrigerator.
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Easy Antipasto Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce or leafy greens
- 3 oz salami
- 3 oz prosciutto
- 4 oz provolone cheese chopped into small pieces
- 8 oz marinated mozzarella balls
- 1 cup chopped cucumbers
- ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 12 oz jarred marinated artichokes drained
- ½ cup black olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- Italian dressing
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a large low bowl, salad bowl, or serve as individual servings.
Brooke says
Loved this salad!! I loved all of the toppings!
staysnatched says
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Kathleen Gregorio says
This is such a great idea! I really enjoyed the salad something I never thought of myself!
staysnatched says
Wonderful! Glad to hear it.
Carmen Munoz says
So yummy!! Great salad for anyone who loves Italian food. I made a new year’s resolution to eat more veggies. This recipe makes it easy and delicious.
staysnatched says
I'm glad you enjoyed it!