Teresa's Recipes
Authentic Italian Antipasto Salad
Savor the authentic flavors of Italy with this refreshing Antipasto Salad. Packed with a vibrant medley of Italian ingredients, this salad offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. From the crunch of fresh vegetables to the savory bite of salami and Provolone cheese, every element contributes to a delightful dining experience. Finished with a drizzle of tangy Italian dressing and garnished with fresh basil, it's like a trip to Italy in every bite
Ingredients
- 6 cups, chopped Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup, sliced Salami
- 1 cup, cubed Provolone cheese
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 1, medium size, chopped Cucumber
- 1/2 cup, pitted Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup, sliced Pepperoncini
- 1/2, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup, torn Fresh basil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 3g
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce.
- Layer the salami, provolone cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, kalamata olives, pepperoncini, and red onion over the lettuce.
- Drizzle the Italian dressing evenly over the salad. Toss the salad gently to coat all the ingredients in the dressing.
- Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish the salad with torn fresh basil leaves for an added touch of freshness.
- Serve the salad chilled for a refreshing appetizer or a light meal. Enjoy!
Tips
- For a vegetarian version, omit the salami and add marinated artichoke hearts or roasted red peppers. For a homemade Italian dressing, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, a pinch of sugar, dried oregano, and garlic powder.