This easy Pioneer Woman Antipasto Salad is a quick, fresh, and flavorful dish perfect for any meal. Packed with delicious meats, veggies, and mozzarella, it’s a nutritious option that’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients. The balsamic glaze adds the perfect finishing touch for a vibrant, satisfying salad!
Ingredients Needed
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 small clove garlic, grated with a rasp
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Salad:
- 1 romaine heart, chopped
- 6 slices salami
- 6 pieces soppressata, cut into batons
- 4 thin slices prosciutto, loosely rolled into flowers
- 1/4 cup sliced roasted red peppers
- 8 grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- 8 whole pitted black olives
- 8 whole pitted green nocellara or Cerignola olives
- 8 small mozzarella balls
- 6 fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
How To Make Antipasto Salad
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the white balsamic vinegar, grated garlic, and dried oregano. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Assemble the salad: Place the chopped romaine lettuce in a large bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the lettuce and toss to coat evenly. Transfer the dressed lettuce to a platter.
- Arrange the salad ingredients: Artfully place the salami, soppressata, prosciutto, roasted red peppers, halved grape tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, and mozzarella balls around the lettuce to create a colourful, attractive arrangement.
- Garnish and serve: Top the salad with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving. Enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Use fresh mozzarella: For the best flavor and texture, choose fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) instead of pre-shredded cheese. They’re creamier and melt in your mouth!
- Season your salad well: Don’t skip the salt and pepper when making the dressing. It brings out the flavors in the ingredients and enhances the taste of the salad.
- Balance the flavors: The balsamic glaze adds sweetness, but don’t overdo it. Just a light drizzle enhances the salad without overpowering the other flavors.
- Customize with your favorite ingredients: This salad is flexible! Feel free to swap in different olives, cheeses, or even add some roasted chicken for extra protein.
- Chill before serving: Let the salad sit for a few minutes after tossing to allow the flavors to blend. Chilling it slightly can also make the salad more refreshing.
How To Store Leftovers
Let leftover antipasto salad cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 1350mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 12g
- Dietary Fiber: 6g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 20g
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Pioneer Woman Antipasto Salad
Description
This easy Pioneer Woman Antipasto Salad is a quick, fresh, and flavorful dish perfect for any meal. Packed with delicious meats, veggies, and mozzarella, it’s a nutritious option that’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients. The balsamic glaze adds the perfect finishing touch for a vibrant, satisfying salad!
Ingredients
Dressing:
Salad:
Instructions
- Use fresh mozzarella: For the best flavor and texture, choose fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) instead of pre-shredded cheese. They’re creamier and melt in your mouth!
- Season your salad well: Don’t skip the salt and pepper when making the dressing. It brings out the flavors in the ingredients and enhances the taste of the salad.
- Balance the flavors: The balsamic glaze adds sweetness, but don’t overdo it. Just a light drizzle enhances the salad without overpowering the other flavors.
- Customize with your favorite ingredients: This salad is flexible! Feel free to swap in different olives, cheeses, or even add some roasted chicken for extra protein.
- Chill before serving: Let the salad sit for a few minutes after tossing to allow the flavors to blend. Chilling it slightly can also make the salad more refreshing.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella: For the best flavor and texture, choose fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) instead of pre-shredded cheese. They’re creamier and melt in your mouth!
- Season your salad well: Don’t skip the salt and pepper when making the dressing. It brings out the flavors in the ingredients and enhances the taste of the salad.
- Balance the flavors: The balsamic glaze adds sweetness, but don’t overdo it. Just a light drizzle enhances the salad without overpowering the other flavors.
- Customize with your favorite ingredients: This salad is flexible! Feel free to swap in different olives, cheeses, or even add some roasted chicken for extra protein.
- Chill before serving: Let the salad sit for a few minutes after tossing to allow the flavors to blend. Chilling it slightly can also make the salad more refreshing.
Pioneer Woman Antipasto Salad