Marinated Antipasto

This Marinated Antipasto is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings together the best of Italian flavors. The key is letting the ingredients soak up the dressing overnight, allowing the artichoke hearts, olives, and peppers to become tender and flavorful. The combination of salty pepperoni, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and bright cherry tomatoes creates a perfect balance of textures and tastes. It is an ideal dish for parties, potlucks, or as a light starter before a heavy main course. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe is a reliable favorite that tastes even better the next day.

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 62.5

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Marinated Antipasto is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings together the best of Italian flavors. The key is letting the ingredients soak up the dressing overnight, allowing the artichoke hearts, olives, and peppers to become tender and flavorful. The combination of salty pepperoni, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and bright cherry tomatoes creates a perfect balance of textures and tastes. It is an ideal dish for parties, potlucks, or as a light starter before a heavy main course. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe is a reliable favorite that tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

1 Oz bottle Seven Seas Viva

Directions

1
Drain the artichoke hearts and cut them into quarters.
2
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
3
Cut the Monterey Jack cheese into sticks.
4
In a large bowl, combine the artichoke hearts, pepperoni slices, cherry tomato halves, olives, and pepperoncini peppers.
5
Pour the Italian dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
6
Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
7
Drain the excess dressing from the marinated mixture.
8
Arrange the pepperoni, vegetables, and cheese sticks on a platter lined with lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 62.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.5g4%
Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2500.0mg105%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 1.2g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best flavor, marinate the ingredients for at least 12 hours. The longer they sit, the more flavorful they become.

You can substitute the pepperoni with salami or soppressata for a different meat flavor.

If you prefer a vegan version, omit the pepperoni and cheese, and ensure the dressing is vegan-friendly.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: antipasto, appetizer, italian, marinated, artichoke, pepperoni, tomatoes, olives, cheese, peppers, lettuce, party food, potluck, starter, dressing, monterey jack, pepperoncini, vegetables, cold appetizer, easy recipe

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