Mom'S Antipasta Salad
A vibrant antipasto salad featuring fresh vegetables, cured meats, cheese, and a tangy dressing, perfect for a flavorful, easy-to-prepare appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Arrange lettuce on a plate as the base.
- Top the lettuce with sliced red onion, black olives, green olives, mushrooms, tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, cheese, salami, and pepperoni.
- Prepare Good Seasons salad dressing according to the envelope instructions.
- Pour the dressing over the assembled salad.
- Let sit for 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve cold.
Tips & Substitutions
For a more colorful salad, feel free to add bell peppers or artichoke hearts. If you're short on time, pre-sliced vegetables can be a great substitute. Use a mix of your favorite cheeses, such as mozzarella or provolone, for varied flavor. The Good Seasons dressing can also be replaced with a homemade vinaigrette for a fresher taste.
Serving Suggestions
This salad pairs beautifully with Italian bread dressing or can be served as a side to grilled meats or sandwiches. It makes a great addition to picnics or potlucks and can be enjoyed as a light main dish. For a complete meal, consider serving it alongside stuffed shells for a satisfying Italian feast.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To maintain the texture, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve. If the salad becomes soggy, gently toss in some fresh lettuce before serving to revive its crunch.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Mom'S Antipasta Salad contains roughly 40 calories, with 1g protein, 2g carbohydrates, and 3g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the salad a few hours in advance. Just remember to add the dressing right before serving to keep the ingredients fresh and crisp. Allowing it to sit for an hour before serving will help the flavors meld beautifully.
What kind of olives should I use?
You can use any type of olives you prefer, such as Kalamata, Castelvetrano, or even stuffed olives for added flavor. Mixing black and green olives will give a nice balance of taste and color to the salad.
Is there a vegetarian option for this salad?
Absolutely! Simply omit the salami and pepperoni and replace them with extra veggies or a plant-based protein like chickpeas or tofu. You can also add more cheese to enhance the flavor while keeping it vegetarian.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).