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Published: January 24, 2017 Last Modified: May 17, 2019 By Sara 13 Comments

Antipasto Salad

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Antipasto Salad Recipe | Italian Salad | Main Course Salad | Antipasto Recipe

This recipe for antipasto salad is loaded with Italian meats, cheese and veggies, all tossed in a homemade zesty dressing. The perfect appetizer or main course option.

I love a hearty salad; some of my favorites include Ahi tuna salad, brussels sprout salad and this simple yet satisfying antipasto salad.

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Antipasto salad made with salami, peppers, prosciutto, chickpeas and mozzarella.

To me, there’s not much better than a giant salad, and this antipasto salad definitely fits the bill. This amazing salad is just loaded with meat, cheese, olives, veggies, you name it! Top it off with a homemade Italian style dressing and you’ve got salad perfection.

A bed of greens topped with antipasto salad including meats, cheeses, beans and vegetables.

How do you make antipasto salad?

Let’s start by talking about the ingredients – you can really use whatever lettuce you like for this antipasto salad, I tend to just buy one of those bags of pre-washed mixed greens. I top this salad with salami, prosciutto, olives, mozzarella balls, artichoke hearts, roasted peppers, chickpeas and pepperoncini peppers. Other great options would be pepperoni, marinated mushrooms, shaved parmesan cheese, roasted veggies like eggplant or asparagus, the list goes on and on! I like to use marinated artichoke hearts and mozzarella balls, it just adds even more flavor to the mix.

Antipasto salad with cured meats, fresh mozzarella cheese and roasted peppers over salad greens.

The dressing for this salad is one of my all-time favorites, I use it for almost everything including my famous Greek chopped salad. The herbs and spices go so well with all of the antipasto flavors, it’s a match made in salad heaven. The dressing can be made up to a week in advance which is great for when you’re trying to plan ahead.

A pitcher of dressing being poured over antipasto salad.

This antipasto salad is perfect for a main course or as a hearty appetizer or side dish. When I serve it as a main course I often have Italian style bread on the side, like focaccia, or even breadsticks! However you serve it, it’s sure to be a hit at a party, as a filling lunch, or for a quick and easy dinner option.

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This recipe for antipasto salad is loaded with Italian meats, cheese and veggies, all tossed in a homemade zesty dressing.
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Antipasto Salad

This recipe for antipasto salad is loaded with Italian meats, cheese and veggies, all tossed in a homemade zesty dressing.
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 441kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/2 cup chopped salami
  • 1/2 cup chopped prosciutto
  • 1/4 cup olives I used kalamata
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, coarsely chopped (jarred or homemade)
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts drained
  • 1/2 cup marinated mozzarella balls drained
  • 4-6 small pepperoncini peppers
  • optional garnish: chopped parsley

For the dressing:

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • For the dressing: Place all of the salad dressing ingredients in a jar and shake until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  • Place the lettuce in a large bowl; toss with half of the dressing.
  • Arrange the meats, cheese, olives, chickpeas and vegetables on top of the greens. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top and serve, garnished with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 983mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g
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    Comments

    1. Jan says

      February 8, 2021 at 9:06 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! This came out really good! So happy to have found this recipe!

      Reply
    2. Pam Scott says

      June 26, 2020 at 10:06 pm

      That dressing sounds awesome, I can’t wait to try it!

      Reply
    3. El says

      January 12, 2020 at 10:36 am

      Can’t wait to make this! Love all your recipes!

      Reply
    4. Sonia says

      May 31, 2019 at 9:28 am

      What a refreshing salad! I live making lots if different salads in Summers and this goes in my list! Can’t wait to try it

      Reply
    5. Deanne Frieders says

      May 31, 2019 at 9:13 am

      5 stars
      Our family is so excited for this salad! It’s pretty much love in a bowl!

      Reply
    6. Beth Neels says

      May 31, 2019 at 8:51 am

      5 stars
      That is just packed with Mediterranean flavors! I would love to have that for dinner tonight!

      Reply
    7. Stephanie says

      May 31, 2019 at 8:33 am

      5 stars
      This salad is definitely calling my name and I love the sound of that homemade dressing. Now I know what to make for dinner tonight… So much Yum!

      Reply
    8. Cathy says

      May 31, 2019 at 8:07 am

      5 stars
      I just love antipasto salad and yours is right up my alley for sure! Love all the ingredients and zesty homemade dressing you made for it! I will be adding this dish to my barbecue this weekend! Yummy!

      Reply
    9. Debbie says

      August 19, 2018 at 8:07 pm

      5 stars
      I’m having this with crusty sour dough bread for dinner!

      Reply
    10. Betty tornstrom says

      January 24, 2018 at 4:38 pm

      5 stars
      Very good salad. The dressing Is fabulous! Thank you.

      Reply
    11. Greg says

      January 27, 2017 at 12:32 pm

      5 stars
      Love the salad! It has all my favorite flavors.

      Reply
    12. Karly says

      January 26, 2017 at 10:27 am

      Yaaaas! Love a good antipasto spread. Love it even more when I can get a little bit of everything all in one bite. The perfect new addition to my lunch rotation!

      Reply
    13. Jess Wright @ The Cookbook Obsession says

      January 25, 2017 at 2:54 pm

      Antipasto + salad is like the perfect meal for me. And the dressing you made sounds divine – I can’t wait to try this. I think even my picky husband would love this 🙂

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