SPRING ANTIPASTO PLATTER
The antipasto table in old-fashioned Italian restaurants is a sort of precursor to the modern-day salad bar, though usually far better. The idea is to let customers serve themselves (or be served by the maître d') a few spoonsful of room temperature vegetable preparations-grilled eggplant, roasted peppers, marinated mushrooms-along with a little cheese and salumi. It's an easy concept to adopt at home for a dinner party. Serve it buffet style, on a platter, or on individual plates as a first course. Change the vegetables seasonally; for spring use asparagus, fennel, snap peas and young onions. Choose the very freshest mozzarella, burrata or ricotta, and thinly sliced prosciutto, salame, mortadella or lardo.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the broiler. Put a large pot of water on to boil.
- Trim tops, roots and outer layer of spring onions, then arrange in one layer on a broiler pan. Broil until they are lightly charred on one side, 2 to 3 minutes, then turn and broil the other side until onions have softened a bit, about 3 minutes more. (It's fine if they become blackened in spots.) Remove pan and let cool to room temperature.
- When water boils, salt well and submerge asparagus. Cook briefly, about 2 minutes for medium spears. Lift asparagus from water and spread in 1 layer on a kitchen towel and let cool to room temperature. Repeat process with the sugar snap peas and spread them on a separate kitchen towel.
- Arrange spring onions, asparagus, snap peas and fennel on a large platter. Drape prosciutto around the edge. Season vegetables lightly with sea salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish platter with basil or mint leaves. Put cheese on a small cutting board and pass separately. (Alternatively, compose individual plates with all components.)
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 378, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 757 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
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Zabi Zabi
[email protected]This platter is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Danielle Nardone
[email protected]I love how customizable this platter is. You can really make it your own.
Queen Milambo
[email protected]This platter is the perfect appetizer for a party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it!
Ekun Tomi
[email protected]I've made this platter several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect way to impress your guests.
Alberto Vargas
[email protected]This platter is so easy to make, but it looks like it took a lot of effort.
Larry Price
[email protected]I love the variety of textures in this platter. The crunchy vegetables and the creamy cheese are a perfect combination.
Kandenu Mary
[email protected]This platter is the perfect way to start a meal. It's light and refreshing.
SaltyPony420 Clips
[email protected]I've never been a fan of antipasto platters, but this one changed my mind. It's so delicious!
Emmyfresh 1
[email protected]This platter is a great way to use up leftover cheese and vegetables.
Nelson Santiago
[email protected]I made this platter for a picnic and it was the perfect finger food.
Liaquat Afgani 1
[email protected]This platter is so colorful and inviting. It's sure to be a hit at any party.
Lori Filippone
[email protected]I love how easy this platter is to make. I can have it ready in just a few minutes.
Susan Akinyi
[email protected]This is the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering.
Chitra Chitra
[email protected]I made this platter for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!
Taposh Babu
[email protected]This platter is so versatile. You can use any type of cheese, meat, or vegetable that you like.
Mado Siameur
[email protected]The combination of salty, sweet, and tangy flavors in this platter is perfect. I love the contrast between the creamy cheese and the crunchy vegetables.
Andrew Ortega
[email protected]I've made this platter several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to put together and it looks really impressive.
Akintunde Yussuf
[email protected]This antipasto platter was a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved the variety of flavors and textures.