Antipasta Salad

Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Antipasta Salad is the perfect no-cook option for an easy yet impressive meal. Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and savory marinated artichoke hearts, it’s a feast of textures and bold tastes. The addition of roasted red peppers, creamy mozzarella cheese balls, and thin slices of salami and prosciutto elevates this salad to gourmet status, while a drizzle of tangy Italian dressing ties everything together. Finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fragrant basil leaves, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for a quick lunch, dinner side dish, or crowd-pleasing appetizer, this Antipasta Salad is a delightful medley that celebrates the rich flavors of Italy.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cups Kalamata olives
• 1 cup Marinated artichoke hearts
• 0.5 cups Roasted red peppers
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini)
• 4 ounces Salami
• 4 ounces Prosciutto
• 0.25 cups Red onion
• 0.5 cups Italian dressing
• 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Roughly chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 3

Slice the Kalamata olives in half, if desired, and add them to the salad.

Step 4

Drain the marinated artichoke hearts and chop them into smaller pieces if needed. Add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Cut the roasted red peppers into strips and toss them into the salad.

Step 6

Add the mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini) directly into the salad bowl.

Step 7

Slice the salami and prosciutto into thin strips or bite-sized pieces and incorporate them into the salad.

Step 8

Thinly slice the red onion to create rings or half-moons, and add them to the mixture.

Step 9

Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 10

Top the salad with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and torn basil leaves for a burst of flavor and aroma.

Step 11

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1550.9 grams (1550.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2322

Total Fat 172.70g	221%
Saturated Fat 57.60g	288%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.10g
Cholesterol 366mg	122%
Sodium 8230mg	358%
Total Carbohydrate 72.40g	26%
Dietary Fiber 23.80g	85%
Total Sugars 32.50g
Protein 115.00g	230%

Vitamin D 41IU	204%
Calcium 1434mg	110%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 2552mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.5%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 12.6%