Antipasto Skewers Recipe

Rating 5.0
| 1
| Last Updated on May 7, 2024
Vibrant antipasto skewers are a complete appetizer on a stick. Drizzled with balsamic glaze, these beautiful skewers encompass a variety of textures and flavors.
Utensils Appetizer
Globe Italian
20
ingredients
11
steps
32
minutes
Giselle is a recipe developer and content creator that loves all things sweet and savory. She runs her own food blog, The Busy Spatula, and her work has been featured on Yahoo!, Marvel Studios and the Kitchn.

Ingredients

Servings:
12
For the Marinade
1/2 cup(s)
extra-virgin olive oil, see notes 1
2
plump garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp
fresh basil, finely chopped
2 tsp
fresh thyme leaves
2 tsp
fresh oregano, chopped
1 tsp
red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp
kosher salt, see notes 2
1/4 tsp
ground black pepper
For the Antipasto Skewers
1
batch of marinade, see above
16
small fresh mozzarella balls, see notes 3
12 oz
tri-colore or plain cheese tortellini pasta, refrigerated
10
basil leaves, stems removed
12
slices of prosciutto
20
cherry tomatoes
20
baby spinach leaves, stems removed
20
slices of dry salami
20
slices of pepperoni
12
pitted black olives
12-16
cubes of Monterey Jack or pepper Jack cheese
balsamic glaze, for drizzling, optional
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Directions 11 steps | 32 Minutes

Step 1

Measure and prep all ingredients.

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Measure and prep all ingredients.
Step 2

Prepare the marinade. In a medium bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, basil, thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk until well combined. 

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Prepare the marinade.
Step 3

Drain the fresh mozzarella balls and rinse under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Drain the fresh mozzarella balls and rinse under cold water.
Step 4

Add the dried mozzarella balls to the marinade. Toss until well combined. Set aside.

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Add the dried mozzarella balls to the marinade.
Step 5

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini pasta according to the package’s instructions. Rinse with cold water until cool. Pat dry with paper towels. 

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 6

Add the tortellini pasta to the bowl with the marinade. Toss until well coated.

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Add the tortellini pasta to the bowl with the marinade.
Step 7

Slice the basil leaves in half, widthwise. 

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Slice the basil leaves in half, widthwise.
Step 8

Divide the prosciutto into strips. Roll each piece into a small bundle.

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Divide the prosciutto into strips.
Step 9

Thread the prepared ingredients. Alternate the pieces to create different textures and color contrast.

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Thread the prepared ingredients.
Step 10

When threading the basil, place one halved basil leaf in between a baby spinach leaf. Fold in half and thread. (See notes 4.)

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: When threading the basil, place one halved basil leaf in between a baby spinach leaf.
Step 11

Plate the skewers on a platter and drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze before serving. Enjoy!

Antipasto Skewers Recipe: Plate the skewers on a platter and drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze before serving.

Notes:

  1. Good quality extra-virgin olive oil works best here.
  2. This recipe uses Diamond Crystal kosher salt. Different kosher salt brands have varied crystal sizes and may affect the salinity of the recipe, so adjust accordingly.
  3. Ciliegine or bocconcini work well here.
  4. Layering basil leaves between spinach softens the basil's strong taste, making the combination more enjoyable to eat.

Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
870
FAT
64.3 g
PROTEIN
45.7 g
CARBS
26.2 g
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Carmela G.

Carmela

Cozymeal Team Member

10 Apr 2024

This recipe is perfect as a snack, for picnics, parties, or as an addition to a buffet table. They are a crowd-pleaser and are considered a fun twist on the classic antipasto.

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