Antipasta Salad

By deiv3 on July 21, 2024

1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
Cherry tomatoes

Banana pepper rings
1/2 red onion
1/2 can black olives
4 leaves fresh basil, finely chopped
1/4 lb mozzarella cheese, cubed
1/4 pound salami, cubed
1/2 stick pepperoni, cubed
Dressing is Garlic Expressions, 1/4 cup
Great side dish or lunch!

Antipasta Salad

Ingredients:

Salad:
- 2 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, or spinach)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed or small balls
- 1/2 cup salami, sliced
- 1/2 cup prosciutto, sliced
- 1/2 cup pepperoni, sliced
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Prepare the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, red onion, pepperoncini peppers, and artichoke hearts.
Add Proteins and Cheese:
- Add the mozzarella cheese, salami, prosciutto, and pepperoni to the bowl. Toss to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Dress the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss everything together until the salad is well coated with the dressing.
Serve:
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to an hour to let the flavors meld together. Enjoy your keto antipasta salad!

Tips:

Feel free to add other keto-friendly ingredients like roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, or different types of cheeses.
You can also add fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor.
If you prefer a creamier dressing, you can add a bit of mayonnaise or a dollop of sour cream to the dressing mixture.

This Keto Antipasta Salad is perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or even a main course when you want something fresh and flavorful that fits your keto lifestyle. Enjoy!