Description
This Antipasto Wreath is a visually stunning and delicious appetizer featuring a vibrant assortment of mozzarella balls, fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, various olives, artichoke hearts, spicy Genoa and prosciutto salami. Skewered and artfully arranged on a large circular platter with fragrant rosemary sprigs, this wreath is perfect for parties and gatherings, offering a delightful mix of flavors and textures that guests can easily enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy & Cheese
- 8 oz mozzarella balls
Fresh Herbs & Vegetables
- Basil leaves (as needed)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 14 oz artichoke hearts
- Rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
Meats
- 6 oz spicy Genoa salami
- 6 oz prosciutto salami
Olives & Pickled Items
- 8 oz green olives (Pitted Italian Castelvetrano olives, 1 jar)
- 8 oz pitted Kalamata olives (1 jar)
- 8 oz pepperoncini (8-16 oz jar)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including mozzarella balls, basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, pepperoncini, and salami varieties. Wash fresh produce as needed.
- Assemble Skewers: Using 4-inch skewers, mix and match ingredients by threading one mozzarella pearl, a basil leaf, an olive, a vegetable such as cherry tomato or artichoke heart, and one type of salami on each skewer to create an appealing variety of bites.
- Arrange the Wreath: Lay a large circular serving platter or cutting board flat on your workspace. Arrange and layer the completed skewers in a circular wreath shape, ensuring an even and colorful distribution of ingredients.
- Add Garnish: Tuck sprigs of fresh rosemary throughout the wreath to add aroma and enhance presentation.
- Serve and Enjoy: This antipasto wreath is ready to serve immediately. It requires no cooking and is perfect for entertaining guests at any occasion.
Notes
- Nutrition facts may vary depending on the specific items on each skewer.
- Feel free to add stuffed olives, tortellini, stuffed peppers, marinated mushrooms, or pickled vegetables for variety.
- You may substitute or add different cured meats such as pancetta, Coppa, soppressata, dry cured salami, prosciutto, or pepperoni.
- Cubed parmesan or other cheeses can be incorporated into skewers to vary the cheese selection.
- Skewers can be prepared ahead and assembled just before serving to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1.5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
