Vibrant Antipasto Salad Wraps
Elevate your next gathering with my Vibrant Antipasto Salad Wraps—a colorful and delicious twist on the traditional antipasto platter! This highly requested recipe places each serving in a crisp lettuce leaf, ensuring every guest enjoys a perfect medley of flavors without missing a beat. By encasing delicious layers of deli meats, cheeses, fresh vegetables, and marinated delights in sturdy yet tender iceberg lettuce, these wraps not only look stunning but are fun to assemble and eat. Perfect for parties, picnics, or as a refreshing side dish, these salad bowls are guaranteed to impress and satisfy!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Iceberg lettuce
1 head (Cored and leaves separated)
Red onion
1/2 (Sliced thin)
Roasted red peppers
1 jar (12 ounces) (Whole, then sliced into large strips)
Spanish olives with pimento
1 jar (12 ounces) (Whole)
Marinated artichoke hearts
1 jar (12 ounces) (Quartered)
Pepperoncini peppers
1 jar (12 ounces) (Whole, stems removed)
Tomatoes
2 medium (Sliced into rings)
English cucumber
1 (Sliced thin)
Cooked deli ham
8 slices (Sliced)
Hard salami
8 slices (Sliced)
Provolone cheese
8 slices (Sliced)
Italian salad dressing
1 bottle (12 ounces) (For serving)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing the iceberg lettuce. Gently crack the core against the counter to release it, then remove the core and select a few outer leaves.
2
Carefully wash the outer leaves under cold running water. Peel away 8 to 10 large leaves, taking care not to tear them, and place them on a large serving platter.
3
To assemble each salad wrap, start by laying a slice of each deli item (ham, salami, and provolone cheese) at the bottom of each lettuce leaf. This acts as a barrier to prevent the marinated ingredients from making the lettuce soggy.
4
Next, layer approximately three pieces of each of the remaining ingredients—red onion, roasted red peppers, Spanish olives, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini, tomato, and cucumber—over the deli items in each leaf.
5
Aim for a visually appealing arrangement by varying the color of each ingredient and avoiding placing similar colors too close to one another.
6
Once assembled, cover the platter with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve, ideally for at least 1 hour. You can prepare this recipe up to 24 hours in advance for added convenience.
7
When ready to serve, provide a bottle of Italian dressing on the side, allowing guests to drizzle it over their individual salad wraps to taste.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Vibrant Antipasto Salad Wraps?
They are a colorful and delicious twist on the traditional antipasto platter, where each serving is placed in a crisp lettuce leaf for a perfect medley of flavors.
What kind of lettuce is recommended for these wraps?
Iceberg lettuce is recommended because it is sturdy yet tender enough to hold the ingredients.
How do I prepare the iceberg lettuce?
Gently crack the core against the counter to release it, remove the core, and then peel away 8 to 10 large outer leaves.
How many leaves should I prepare?
You should aim to peel away 8 to 10 large leaves from the head of lettuce.
What deli meats are included in this recipe?
The recipe uses slices of cooked deli ham and hard salami.
What type of cheese is used?
Provolone cheese is used for these antipasto wraps.
Why should I put the meat and cheese at the bottom of the wrap?
Placing the deli items at the bottom acts as a barrier to prevent the marinated ingredients from making the lettuce soggy.
Can I make these wraps ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare this recipe up to 24 hours in advance.
How long should the wraps be refrigerated before serving?
It is ideal to refrigerate the assembled wraps for at least 1 hour before serving.
What vegetables are included in the filling?
The filling includes red onion, roasted red peppers, Spanish olives, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini, tomato, and cucumber.
How should the roasted red peppers be prepared?
The roasted red peppers should be sliced into large strips.
Do I need to remove the stems from the pepperoncini?
Yes, the stems should be removed from the pepperoncini peppers.
How should the tomatoes be sliced?
The tomatoes should be sliced into rings.
What kind of cucumber is used?
An English cucumber is used, sliced thin.
How should the dressing be served?
Provide a bottle of Italian dressing on the side so guests can drizzle it over their individual wraps to taste.
How many pieces of each ingredient should go in a wrap?
Aim for approximately three pieces of each vegetable and marinated item per lettuce leaf.
How should I arrange the ingredients visually?
Vary the colors of each ingredient and avoid placing similar colors too close to one another for a visually appealing look.
What type of olives are used?
Spanish olives with pimento are used for this recipe.
Are the artichoke hearts marinated?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for marinated artichoke hearts, quartered.
Is this recipe suitable for picnics?
Yes, these wraps are perfect for parties, picnics, or as a refreshing side dish.
How many ingredients are in the recipe?
There are 12 total ingredients including the dressing.
Should the red onion be sliced thick or thin?
The red onion should be sliced thin.
Can I use different deli meats?
While ham and salami are traditional, you can substitute other deli meats according to your preference.
What is the best way to wash the lettuce leaves?
Carefully wash the outer leaves under cold running water before assembling.
How do I prevent the lettuce from tearing?
Peel the leaves away gently after removing the core to maintain their shape.
What should I cover the platter with while refrigerating?
Cover the platter with plastic wrap to keep the wraps fresh while chilling.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as healthy as it emphasizes fresh vegetables and uses lettuce instead of bread.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The recipe makes 8 to 10 large salad wraps depending on the size of the lettuce head.
Can I use a different type of dressing?
While Italian dressing is recommended, you can use any dressing that complements antipasto flavors.
Why is this recipe popular for gatherings?
It provides individual portions of an antipasto platter that are fun to eat and visually stunning.