Antipasto Skewers Recipe
These Antipasto Skewers are a vibrant and delicious appetizer featuring marinated mozzarella, fresh tortellini, salami, roasted red peppers, basil, artichokes, and olives. They combine classic Italian flavors into easy-to-assemble skewers, perfect for parties or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Marinade and Dressing
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
Main Ingredients
- 9 oz. fresh cheese tortellini
- 8 oz. mozzarella balls (such as Ciliegine)
- 4 oz. sliced salami
- 1/4 lb. roasted red peppers, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
- 14 oz. artichoke hearts, drained and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 lb. green olives
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: In a large pot of boiling water, cook the fresh cheese tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Once cooked, drain well and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare Dressing and Season Tortellini: Season the cooked tortellini with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add the balsamic vinegar and half (1/4 cup) of the extra-virgin olive oil. Mix thoroughly to coat the tortellini and set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Marinate Mozzarella: In a small bowl, combine the mozzarella balls with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Stir to evenly coat the mozzarella and let it marinate briefly to absorb the flavors.
- Assemble Skewers: Layer ingredients on skewers in the following order: one mozzarella ball, one slice of salami, a piece of roasted red pepper, a tortellini piece, a fresh basil leaf, a chopped artichoke heart piece, and a green olive. Repeat this until all ingredients are used, creating colorful and flavorful antipasto skewers ready to be served.
Notes
- Use fresh cheese tortellini for best texture and flavor.
- Marinating the mozzarella enhances its taste; you can prepare it ahead of time and refrigerate.
- If desired, substitute salami with other cured meats like prosciutto or pepperoni.
- Serve these skewers chilled or at room temperature.
- For a spicy kick, increase red pepper flakes according to taste.
Keywords: Antipasto, Skewers, Italian appetizer, Tortellini, Mozzarella, Party food
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