Antipasto Skewers

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon, divided
  • 9 ounces fresh cheese tortellini
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella balls (such as Ciliegine)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 ounces sliced salami
  • 1/4 pound roasted red peppers, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 bunch fresh basil
  • 14 ounces artichoke hearts, drained & chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 pound green olives

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot of boiling water, add 1 tablespoon oil.  Cook tortellini according to package directions until al dente.  Drain and transfer to a large bowl.

Step 2: Season cooked tortellini with salt and pepper.  Add balsamic vinegar and 1/4 cup olive oil and mix to combine.  Set aside.

Step 3: Marinate Mozzarella: In a small bowl, add mozzarella balls, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and remaining 1/4 cup olive oil.  Mix to combine and set aside.

Step 4: Assemble skewers by layering one piece each mozzarella, salami, roasted red pepper, tortellini, basil, artichoke hearts, and green olives.

Enjoy this easy appetizer for your upcoming party, from Delish!