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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Antipasto Salad
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.
Pam Scott says
That dressing sounds awesome, I can’t wait to try it!
El says
Can’t wait to make this! Love all your recipes!
Sonia says
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
Deanne Frieders says
Our family is so excited for this salad! It’s pretty much love in a bowl!
Beth Neels says
That is just packed with Mediterranean flavors! I would love to have that for dinner tonight!
Stephanie says
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!
Cathy says
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!
Debbie says
I’m having this with crusty sour dough bread for dinner!
Betty tornstrom says
Very good salad. The dressing Is fabulous! Thank you.
Greg says
Love the salad! It has all my favorite flavors.
Karly says
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!
Jess Wright @ The Cookbook Obsession says
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 🙂