Description
These Antipasto Skewers are a delightful and colorful appetizer perfect for any gathering. Bursting with flavors from cheese tortellini, olives, cherry tomatoes, salami, prosciutto, mozzarella, provolone, basil, artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers, all drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing.
Ingredients
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For the Skewers:
- 20 long wooden skewers
- 1 16 ounce package cheese tortellini
- 40 large olives (Castelvetranos or kalamata)
- 40 plump cherry tomatoes
- 40 thin slices Genoa salami
- 40 thin slices prosciutto
- 20 baby mozzarella balls
- 20 cubes sharp provolone cheese
- 40 pieces basil, torn
- 20 pieces chopped artichoke hearts
- 2 roasted red peppers, seeds removed, chopped into small pieces
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup (113ml) olive oil
- 3 Tablespoons (42ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil
- 2 Tablespoons (28ml) red wine vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon (18ml) honey
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Toss in dressing.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread tortellini, olives, tomatoes, meats, cheeses, peppers, basil, and artichokes onto skewers. Arrange on a platter and drizzle with more dressing.
- Make the Dressing: Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Combine and Refrigerate: Mix tortellini and mozzarella with 1/3 cup dressing. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to 4 hours.
Notes
- Double recipe as needed.
- Recipe may also be halved.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
