15 Antipasto Meats

What should I make for dinner tonight? This might just be the number one question that we ask ourselves almost daily over here.

Then you have come to the right place, we have rounded up 15 antipasto meats that we have shared over the years.

Plus, there is such a variety of flavours in these recipes, so you are sure to find something for you. Most of these recipes are quick and easy ones made especially for busy weeknights.

15 Antipasto Meats

Antipasto Platter

Antipasto Platter

21 min
Crostini, roasted red peppers, baby carrots, mozzarella balls, olive tapenade
5.015
Dinner at the Zoo
Italian Antipasto Platter

Italian Antipasto Platter

15 min
Sun dried tomatoes, sweet cherry peppers, red wine, roasted red peppers, mozzarella balls
No reviews
Carolyn’s Cooking
Antipasto

Antipasto

Roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, peppadew peppers, fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh figs
3.1568
Martha Stewart
Antipasto Platter

Antipasto Platter

15 min
Cherry peppers, asparagus, prosciutto, gouda, pepperoncini
5.06
Fifteen Spatulas
Antipasto Platter

Antipasto Platter

20 min
Blue cheese stuffed, smoked gouda cheese, havarti cheese, prosciutto, dark chocolate
4.67
The Gardening Cook
Antipasto Salad Recipe

Antipasto Salad Recipe

15 min
Roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, mozzarella cheese balls, cherry tomatoes, green olives
5.04
The Recipe Critic
Antipasto Appetizer Cheese Board

Antipasto Appetizer Cheese Board

Marinated artichoke hearts, marcona almonds, prosciutto, peppadew peppers, focaccia bread
5.03
Damn Delicious
Antipasto ‘di carne’ (of meat)

Antipasto ‘di carne’ (of meat)

10 min
Black olives
5.01
Italian Spoon
Italian Antipasto Platter

Italian Antipasto Platter

25 min
Goat cheese, cherry peppers, red wine vinegar, ricotta cheese, marinated artichoke hearts
No reviews
CiaoFlorentina
Ultimate Italian Antipasto Platter

Ultimate Italian Antipasto Platter

20 min
Orange marmalade, concord grapes, asiago cheese, fresh cherry tomatoes, fresh figs
5.02
Nutmeg Nanny
Antipasto Platter Recipe

Antipasto Platter Recipe

15 min
Crostini, roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella, cured meats
5.04
Life Made Simple
Antipasto Platter

Antipasto Platter

20 min
Sweet cherry peppers, roasted red peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, marcona almonds, barilla pesto
4.52
Lemon Tree Dwelling
Antipasto Platter

Antipasto Platter

20 min
Cherry peppers, serrano ham, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese
5.01
Culinary Hill
Antipasti Platter

Antipasti Platter

14 hr 15 min
Red bell peppers, focaccia bread, cracked green olives, roasted pepper salad, kalamata olives
4.916
Food Network
Antipasto Platter

Antipasto Platter

30 min
Roasted red peppers, prosciutto, bread, gouda, salami
5.010
Spend with Pennies

What do you put on an antipasto platter?

Arrange bocconcini mixture, cheeses, prosciutto, salami, pepperoni, artichoke hearts, olive, peppers, almonds and bread on platter or wooden cheese board.

What is served as an antipasto?

Antipasto is the perfect start to any meal, and it’s an easy, delicious way to impress your family and friends. A tasty combination of cured meats, cheeses, olives, veggies, and other assorted goodies… it’s a flavor explosion in every bite!

What is in traditional Italian antipasto?

In addition to vegetables, a traditional antipasto platter will include an assortment of salumi, cold cuts such as prosciutto crudo, culatello, and salame, together with olives, crostini or fried polenta squares topped with sauces or pâtés, and devilled eggs.

What is the difference between antipasto and antipasti?

Antipasto is the singular form of the word while antipasti refers to the plural form. But what about antipasta? Antipasta is a colloquialism for “antipasto,” a mistranslation of “before the pasta.” So if you’re sitting down for a traditional Italian meal, stick with antipasto.

What is an Italian appetizer composed of meat?

Antipasto

Antipasti served in a restaurant
Place of origin Italy
Main ingredients Any of cured meats, olives, peperoncini, mushrooms, anchovies, artichoke hearts, cheese, pickled meats and vegetables (in oil or vinegar)
Variations Seafood platter; calamari, mussels, smoked salmon, tuna fish, olives.

What’s the difference between antipasto and charcuterie?

As a dish, antipasti refers to an arrangement of small, light savory delicacies that vary by region (via Cucina Toscana) and include cheeses, vegetables, and other small savory treats. In French Provincial Cooking, French fare expert Elizabeth David defines charcuterie as “all pork products such as cured salami […]

What meats are in an antipasto platter?

A typical antipasto platter will contain three to four cold meats of different types. First, a prosciutto crudo (cured ham), then one or two salami, and finally another kind of meat such as mortadella (a bit like baloney or luncheon meat). In Italy, these meats would all come from the same area or region.

What goes well with antipasto?

Which vegetables go on an antipasto platter?

  • Marinated artichoke hearts. (we had these for Christmas entertaining and my guests loved them.)
  • Sun dried tomatoes.
  • Garlic stuffed Olives.
  • Sweet pickles.
  • Pickled Onions.
  • Stuffed Grape leaves.
  • Vegetable Spring Rolls.

What does Contorni mean on an Italian menu?

When it comes to food, contorni means a side dish such as a salad or vegetables that are typically served with the main course. In an Italian restaurant, the primi or secondi courses are not served with side dishes. You often need to order them separately.

What kind of cheese goes on an antipasto platter?

Sharp provolone and fresh mozzarella are classic cheese choices for an antipasto platter. In addition to those two, I love to include chunks of parmigiano reggiano. The texture and nutty flavor is so different from the other cheeses, it’s a fun change of pace!

What can you put on a charcuterie board?

You can customize your charcuterie board however you like, however typically it will include the following:

  • Cured meats.
  • Various cheeses – Nice cheeses and meats are generally on the pricier side. With that said, it feeds A LOT of people.
  • Olives and Nuts.
  • Fruit.
  • Dried Fruits.
  • Crackers or small slices of bread.
  • Jelly or Jam.

What are the courses of an Italian meal?

The primo (first course) is usually a filling dish such as risotto or pasta, with sauces made from meat, vegetables, or seafood.

  • 1.1 Breakfast (Colazione)
  • 1.2 Lunch (Pranzo)
  • 1.3 Mid-afternoon snack (Merenda)
  • 1.4 Supper (Cena)

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