Ready to make your dinner parties unforgettable? These antipasto recipes are here to help! Packed with cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and tasty spreads, these recipes bring the perfect mix of flavors to your table.
1.Antipasto Salad
This hearty salad is packed with cured meats, cheeses, and crunchy veggies, so you won’t even miss the pasta! It’s more filling than your average salad, thanks to all the tasty extras.
Serve it up in small portions as an appetizer or go big with a family-style dish. It pairs perfectly with roasted chicken or grilled fish. The best part?
It’s super easy to put together and doesn’t require any oven time–talk about a win-win!
2.Warm Antipasto Platter Pasta
Step away from the usual salty, cold antipasto salads and try something fresh. This recipe brings together all the classics–meat, veggies, pasta, and cheese–but with a twist that sets it apart.
Instead of the typical tangy, herby Italian vinaigrette, it features a sweet balsamic and basil sauce.
This sauce is bright and herbal, with the honey and balsamic vinegar blending perfectly to balance the smoky, salty flavors of the meats and cheese. It’s a refreshing take on a classic dish.
3.Antipasto Squares
Calling all lovers of salty, cured meats! These antipasto squares are a game-changer if you can’t get enough of salami. Imagine an Italian sub, but in bite-sized, party-perfect form. The best part?
They’re a breeze to make. Start with a can of buttery Pillsbury crescent rolls for a golden, melt-in-your-mouth crust. Add your favorite cured meats, and you’re done.
If you can assemble a sandwich, you’ve got the skills to nail these antipasto squares. Perfect for mingling, snacking, or just because.
4.Marinated Cheese & Olive Antipasto
Is there anything more inviting than a platter of salty, marinated cheese? This indulgent cheese and olive platter is your go-to for the next holiday party–and it’s 100% vegetarian.
Don’t worry, even the meat lovers will be reaching for more. Paired with a variety of salty olives and spicy pepperoncini peppers, it’s packed with flavor.
It’s easy to put together and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
5.Antipasto Appetizer Cheese Board
Who can resist the siren call of a beautifully crafted cheese board? This one puts cheese front and center, with a variety of types that offer a delightful mix of flavors and textures.
Classics like Parmesan, Asiago, and Provolone bring bold, salty notes that pair perfectly with cured meats, olives, and other antipasto favorites. It’s a simple yet impressive spread that’s sure to impress at any gathering!
6.Tuna Crostini with Italian Antipasto
Ditch the cured meats and try this tunacrostini with Italian antipasto instead! It’s a lighter, veggie-packed version that’s big on flavor but easy on the calories.
Roasted and pickled veggies add pops of color, while the star of the show is the creamy herbed tuna spread.
Made with rich mascarpone cheese infused with fresh Italian herbs and tuna, it’s a flavorful twist that’s sure to delight.
Just be sure to have plenty of veggies and crusty bread on hand–this addictive dip will disappear fast!
7.Antipasto Polenta Tart
This antipastopolentatart is sure to steal the show at your next potluck or fancy brunch. Not only does it look like a magazine cover, but it’s also ridiculously easy to make in under an hour.
The polenta tart crust is a game-changer–light, fluffy, and subtly cornbread-like without the bold flavor. Packed with a hearty mix of antipasto veggies, cheeses, and olives, this tart is a flavor bomb.
The salty, tangy notes of the antipasto perfectly complement the mild, creamy polenta crust. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or just want to elevate a weeknight dinner, this dish is your new go-to.
8.Cheese Ball Antipasto
Every party needs a show-stopping snack, and this cheeseball delivers. Packed with flavor and texture, it’s smoky, salty, rich, creamy, and bursting with tangy goodness.
Finish it off with a colorful mix of olives and roasted red peppers on the outside for a look that’s as impressive as it tastes.
9.Rainbow Antipasto Pasta Salad
This rainbow antipasto salad is as colorful as it is delicious, making it the perfect centerpiece for your next summer BBQ or backyard gathering.
It’s a vibrant mix of tri-colored pasta, cured meats, cheese, olives, and fresh veggies, all tossed in a zesty Italian vinaigrette.
While tri-colored pasta adds an extra pop of color, regular pasta works just as well if that’s what you have on hand.
Feel free to get creative and add even more of your favorite veggies and cheeses to make it your own!
10.Antipasto Platter
Step into the world of Italian flavors with this antipasto platter. It’s a delightful mix of cured meats like salami and prosciutto, paired with cheeses such as Manchego and Brie.
Add some olives and crunchy veggies to the mix for a balanced bite. The best part? You can customize it to your taste–anything goes!
While it’s not an exact science, this recipe guides you to the perfect mix of rich flavors and tangy bites. And trust us, it tastes every bit as amazing as it looks!
10 Best Antipasto Recipes + Appetizer Ideas
Course: AppetizersCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy4
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kcalReady to make your dinner parties unforgettable? These antipasto recipes are here to help! Packed with cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and tasty spreads, these recipes bring the perfect mix of flavors to your table.
Ingredients
Antipasto Salad
Warm Antipasto Platter Pasta
Antipasto Squares
Marinated Cheese & Olive Antipasto
Antipasto Appetizer Cheese Board
Tuna Crostini with Italian Antipasto
Antipasto Polenta Tart
Cheese Ball Antipasto
Rainbow Antipasto Pasta Salad
Antipasto Platter
Directions
- Select your favorite recipe.
- Organize all the required ingredients.
- Prep a delicious recipe in 30 minutes or less!