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Antipasto Salad

Zesty Antipasto Salad for a Refreshing Summer Treat

Delight in a fresh Antipasto Salad bursting with Mediterranean flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Arugula
  • 1 cup Radicchio or Endive
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 can Cooked Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Mini Mozzarella Balls
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts
  • ½ cup Provolone Cheese
  • ½ cup Pepperoncini
  • ½ cup Olives (pitted)
  • ½ cup Sliced Roasted Red Peppers
  • ½ cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley or Basil finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • ¼ cup Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 clove Grated Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • serving platter

Method
 

Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a medium bowl or a jar, combine ½ cup of extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ cup of red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard. Add 1 clove of grated garlic and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Whisk vigorously or seal the jar and shake until the dressing is well emulsified and creamy. Set aside.
Prepare the Vegetables
  1. Wash and dry 4 cups of arugula and 1 cup of radicchio or endive. Chop them into bite-sized pieces as needed. Slice 1 cup of cherry tomatoes in half and drain and rinse 1 can of cooked chickpeas.
Assemble the Salad
  1. On a large serving platter, layer the arugula as the base. Artfully arrange the chopped radicchio, halved cherry tomatoes, drained chickpeas, and 1 cup of mini mozzarella balls on top. Continue layering with 1 cup of artichoke hearts, ½ cup of provolone cheese, and a handful of pepperoncini and olives.
Add Finishing Touches
  1. Incorporate sliced roasted red peppers and thinly sliced red onion on top. Finely chop a handful of fresh parsley or basil and sprinkle it over the salad.
Dress the Salad
  1. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the entire salad. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste, and add red pepper flakes if desired. Gently toss the salad to combine the flavors.
Serve or Chill
  1. Serve immediately for a fresh crunch, or let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. If preparing ahead, store without dressing and add just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes after dressing. Keep dressing separate if preparing ahead to prevent wilting.

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