Best 6 Fresh Antipasto Salad Recipes

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with a delightful fresh antipasto salad. This classic Italian dish combines an array of colorful vegetables, cured meats, and tangy cheeses, creating a symphony of textures and tastes. From crisp and refreshing cucumbers to tender artichoke hearts, and from savory prosciutto to creamy mozzarella, every bite offers a unique culinary experience. Whether you're seeking a light and healthy lunch option or an impressive appetizer to impress your guests, this versatile salad is guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the sun-drenched hills of Italy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ANTIPASTO SALAD RECIPE

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An Antipasto salad is filled with sliced meats, soft cheeses, green and black olives with bright red cherry tomatoes that is simple to toss together and enjoy in a homemade light lemon olive oil dressing. This is an Italian salad that everyone loves!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 cups romaine (chopped)
1/2 cup green olives (halved)
1/2 cup medium black olives
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup mini pepperoni
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers (chopped)
8 ounce Genoa Salami (cut into bite sized pieces)
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese balls
13 ounce artichoke hearts (quartered)
8 ounces provolone cheese (cut into bite size pieces)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 lemon juice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

In a large bowl add the romaine, olives, tomatoes, pepperoni, red peppers, salami, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, and provolone.
To make the lemon olive oil dressing: In a small bowl whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning. Pour over the solid and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sodium 1518 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRESH ANTIPASTO SALAD

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A delicious assortment of vegetables-asparagus, artichokes, broccoli, cauliflower and mushrooms-are marinated in homemade vinaigrette seasoned with garlic and fresh parsley and oregano.-Lynda Barron, McFarland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 16 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

3 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces)
3 cups quartered fresh mushrooms
2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
5 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese pearls
1 cup chopped fresh cauliflower
1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
1 cup pitted Greek olives
8 pepperoncini, sliced
VINAIGRETTE:
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 5 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, uncovered, 2-4 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large bowl, combine mushrooms, artichokes, broccoli, cheese, cauliflower, red pepper, olives, pepperoncini and cooked asparagus. , In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours before serving.

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ANTIPASTO SALAD II

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After searching for a recipe for an antipasto salad that I had envisioned in my head, I gave up and just decided to create one myself. I made this dish for a party and everyone couldn't stop talking about it. The ratio of meat/cheese to veggies can be adjusted to taste.

Provided by Katie Greco

Categories Salad

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 ounces Genoa salami, cut into bite-size pieces
8 ounces sopressata or other hard salami, cut into bite-size pieces
8 ounces sharp provolone cheese, cut into bite-size pieces
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into bite-size pieces
2 large tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (14 ounce) can artichokes, drained and cut into bite-size pieces
½ (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
½ cup pitted and coarsely chopped Kalamata olives
¼ cup pitted and chopped green olives
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
¼ cup shredded fresh basil leaves

Steps:

Combine the Genoa and sopressata salami, provolone, mozzarella, tomatoes, and artichokes in a bowl. Slice the roasted red peppers and add them to the bowl, along with about 3 tablespoons of their juice.
Mix in the chopped olives. Drizzle olive oil over the entire dish, followed by the red wine vinegar and black pepper. Salad can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until serving.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into bite-sized pieces and add them to the salad just before serving. Mix thoroughly and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 73.8 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 1783.5 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

ITALIAN ANTIPASTO SALAD

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 1 2/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 head romaine lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 head butter lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup rinsed canned red kidney beans, patted dry
1 cup rinsed canned garbanzo beans, patted dry
8 ounces salami, cubed
6 ounces Provolone, cubed
2 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
Red Wine Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Mix the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, and salt in a blender. With the machine running, gradually blend in the oil. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper, to taste.
Combine the first 8 ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with enough vinaigrette to coat. Season the salad with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

EVERYTHING ANTIPASTO SALAD

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1/2 small clove garlic, grated with a rasp
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 romaine heart, chopped (about 4 cups)
6 salami slices
6 pieces soppressata, cut into batons
4 thin slices prosciutto, loosely rolled to resemble flowers
1/4 cup sliced roasted red peppers
8 grape tomatoes, halved
2 marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
8 whole pitted black olives
8 whole pitted green nocellara or Cerignola olives
8 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
6 fresh basil leaves
Balsamic glaze, for drizzling

Steps:

For the dressing: Make the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together the balsamic vinegar, garlic and oregano. While whisking, drizzle in the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
For the salad: Place the romaine lettuce in a bowl. Drizzle over the dressing and toss. Arrange on a platter to make a base for the salad. Artfully place the meats, peppers, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives and mozzarella balls around the platter. Garnish with the basil leaves and drizzle with the balsamic glaze.

QUICK ANTIPASTO SALAD

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I always told my sister, Karen, I'd marry a cowboy-and I did! Patrick and I had a festive farm-style wedding. My mother prepared all the side dishes, including this tongue-tingling salad. -Kendra Waterbury, East Thetford, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 packages (16 ounces each) spiral pasta
2 cans (15 ounces each) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) sliced pepperoni, halved
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped
2 medium green peppers, chopped
Dressing:
2 cups olive oil
1-1/2 cups lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil
4 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta, beans, pepperoni, olives, mushrooms and peppers. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. Just before serving, stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
If you can't find fresh mozzarella, you can substitute another type of cheese, such as feta or cheddar.
To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano.
To assemble the salad, layer the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and olives in a bowl.
Top the salad with the mozzarella cheese and dressing.
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Antipasto salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its variety of colors and textures, it is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this antipasto salad a try. You won't be disappointed!