Antipasto Salad with Italian Meats and Provolone
A hearty antipasto salad with layers of Italian cured meats, provolone cheese, crisp vegetables, and a zesty red wine vinaigrette. This italian-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs chopped romaine lettuce, sliced Genoa salami, sliced pepperoni for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 4 oz sliced Genoa salami
- 3 oz sliced pepperoni
- 4 oz cubed provolone cheese
- 6, sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 clove minced garlic
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large salad bowl, combine 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce, 4 oz sliced Genoa salami, 3 oz sliced pepperoni, 4 oz cubed provolone cheese, 6 sliced pepperoncini peppers, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/2 cup diced cucumber.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp red wine vinegar, 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 minced garlic clove until well combined and emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all components evenly. Serve immediately for a fresh, tangy antipasto experience.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Antipasto Salad with Italian Meats and Provolone take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Antipasto Salad with Italian Meats and Provolone?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chopped romaine lettuce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Antipasto Salad with Italian Meats and Provolone?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Antipasto Salad with Italian Meats and Provolone for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Antipasto Salad with Italian Meats and Provolone?
Italian salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
