Chopped Italian Antipasto Salad Bowl
This Chopped Italian Antipasto Salad Bowl is a colorful and flavorful dish that combines fresh vegetables, cured meats, and zesty cheeses, creating a delightful dining experience. Perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, this salad offers a refreshing crunch with every bite. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it’s sure to impress your guests while satisfying your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 44 minute
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 4 oz salami or pepperoni, sliced thin
- 8 oz mozzarella balls (fresh preferred)
- ½ cup mixed olives (black and green), pitted
- ½ cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly and dry them with a clean towel.
- Dice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the salami or pepperoni into thin rounds or strips.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped vegetables with sliced meats and mozzarella balls.
- Drizzle Italian dressing over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately in bowls or on a platter to share.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Customize the salad by adding roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts. For a vegetarian option, substitute meats with chickpeas or grilled tofu. Experiment with different dressings like balsamic vinaigrette for added flavor.