Ingredients
– 6 cups mixed greens (such as romaine, spinach, or arugula)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup sliced cucumber
– 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts
– 1 cup sliced red onion
– 1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
– 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, drained
– 1 cup salami, thinly sliced
– 1 cup mozzarella balls or cubed mozzarella
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Creating Antipasto Salad with Easy Italian Dressing is straightforward when you follow these steps:
1. Prepare Salad Ingredients: Rinse and dry the mixed greens. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, artichoke hearts, red onion, black olives, and pepperoncini peppers.
2. Add Meats and Cheese: Layer the sliced salami and mozzarella over the vegetables, creating a colorful display.
3. Prepare the Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well blended.
4. Combine Dressing with Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
5. Season to Taste: Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
6. Chill (Optional): Let the salad sit for about 5-15 minutes in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors, but it can also be served immediately.
7. Garnish: Just before serving, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top for an added touch of flavor.
8. Serve: Use serving tongs or a large spoon to serve the salad in bowls, ensuring each serving includes a generous mix of all the ingredients.
By following these easy steps, you will have a vibrant and delicious Antipasto Salad that is ready to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 10g