Name: Easy Italian Antipasto Skewers
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 12 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: Slices of Genoa salami or soppressata (thin, tender slices); Cubes of mozzarella or provolone (fresh mozzarella balls like bocconcini work well); Mixed Italian olives, pitted (green and black medley); Pepperoncini or marinated artichoke hearts; Cherry tomatoes, ripe and firm; Fresh basil leaves, whole; Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling; Balsamic glaze (optional); Fresh ground black pepper, a pinch

Easy Italian Antipasto Skewers

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Quick and fuss-free Italian antipasto skewers combining cured meats, cheeses, olives, and fresh veggies for perfect party bites.

Author: Lucy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes
Yield: 12 skewers
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

Slices of Genoa salami or soppressata (thin, tender slices)
Cubes of mozzarella or provolone (fresh mozzarella balls like bocconcini work well)
Mixed Italian olives, pitted (green and black medley)
Pepperoncini or marinated artichoke hearts
Cherry tomatoes, ripe and firm
Fresh basil leaves, whole
Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Balsamic glaze (optional)
Fresh ground black pepper, a pinch

Instructions

Drain the olives and marinated veggies well. Pat fresh mozzarella balls dry with paper towels. Slice cured meats into bite-sized strips or fold into quarters for easier threading.
Optional: Toss olives in a small bowl with a splash of olive oil, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, and chopped fresh herbs like rosemary or oregano. Let sit while assembling skewers.
Start threading one piece of salami, then a cube of cheese, followed by an olive, a cherry tomato, a pepperoncini, and finish with a fresh basil leaf. Repeat until all ingredients are used, keeping the arrangement consistent.
Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle lightly with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. Grind fresh black pepper over the top.
Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt or add torn basil leaves on the platter for garnish.

Notes

Marinate olives and artichokes in olive oil and herbs for extra flavor. Assemble skewers close to serving time to avoid sogginess. Keep balsamic glaze separate if packing for later. For grilling, brush with olive oil and grill 1-2 minutes per side for a smoky twist.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 skewer
Calories: 80
Sugar: 0.8
Sodium: 250
Fat: 6.5
Saturated Fat: 2.5
Carbohydrates: 1.5
Fiber: 0.3
Protein: 5

Keywords: Italian antipasto, party bites, skewers, easy appetizer, cured meats, mozzarella, olives, quick snacks

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