Antipasto Salad

A classic Italian antipasto salad featuring fresh mozzarella, salami, artichoke hearts, and colorful vegetables tossed in a zesty red wine vinaigrette with fresh basil.

6 servings
20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic
  • cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • ½ tsp crushed dried oregano
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 whole Italian long sweet peppers
  • 1 whole red onion
  • 1 can artichoke hearts
  • 1 ball fresh mozzarella
  • 4 oz salami
  • 1 whole lemon
  • 2 cups basil leaves
  • 1 to taste Kosher salt
  • 1 to taste freshly ground pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Mix garlic, oil, vinegar, oregano, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Add sweet peppers, onion, artichokes, mozzarella, and salami and toss to coat; season with salt and black pepper. Let sit, tossing occasionally, at least 15 minutes.

    15 min

  2. 2.

    Zest half of lemon over salad and add basil; toss to combine. Season with more salt and black pepper if needed.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Salad (without lemon zest and basil) can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.