Antipasto Skewers

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4.8

24 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    20 skewers

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Antipasto Skewers

Antipasto skewers are the easiest Italian appetizers EVER. Assembled on a wooden skewers, these antipasto kabobs feature cherry tomatoes, cheese tortellini, cured meats, and mozzarella balls. Drizzle a homemade Italian dressing on top to create the ultimate skewer recipe!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 20 long wooden skewers
  • 1 ounce package cheese tortellini
  • 40 large olive Castelvetranos or kalamata
  • 40 plump cherry tomato
  • 40 thin genoa salami slices
  • 40 thin prosciutto slices
  • 20 mozzarella baby balls
  • 20 cubes provolone cheese sharp
  • 40 pieces basil torn
  • 20 pieces artichoke heart chopped
  • 2 red bell pepper seeds removed, chopped into small pieces, roasted

For the Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup (113ml) olive oil
  • 3 Tablespoons (42ml) lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup basil loosely packed fresh
  • 2 Tablespoons (28ml) red wine vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon (18ml) honey
  • 2 cloves garlic mined, fresh
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and quickly rinse in cold water. Toss in dressing, as directed below.
  2. Assemble the skewers by threading the tortellini, olives, tomatoes, meats, cheeses, peppers, basil, and artichokes onto the skewers. You can have fun here and make them all the same, or mix and match to your hearts delight! Arrange the skewers on a large serving platter and drizzle with a little more of the vinaigrette, if desired. 

For the Dressing:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini and mini mozzarella balls with a 1/3 cup of the dressing. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes and up to 4 hours. Use as directed above.

Notes

  • Double recipe as needed. Recipe may also be cut in half.
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