Name: Antipasto Skewers Wreath – Festive Italian Appetizer
Ingredients: 6 tbsp (90 ml) extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tbsp (45 ml) Angelo Provincia di Pavia Pinot Grigio; 3 tbsp (45 ml) fresh lemon juice; 1½ tsp (7.5 ml) clover honey; 1½ tsp (7.5 ml) dried oregano; ½ tsp (2.5 ml) dried thyme; 1 pinch red pepper chili flakes (optional); 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard; ¼ tsp (1 ml) fine sea salt; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 6 oz (170 g) salami, thinly sliced; 2 cups (500 ml) cherry tomatoes; 1 × 14 oz (398 g) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered; 7 oz (200 g) mini bocconcini; 1 × 16 oz (450 g) jar sweet cherry peppers, drained and halved; Jarred pepperoncini, drained, to taste; 1 cup (250 ml) olives of your choice; 20 leaves fresh basil; 5 sprigs fresh rosemary

Description

Festive Antipasto Skewers in Wreath Arrangement with salami, bocconcini, and marinated veggies. Perfect for holiday appetizers or entertaining.

Ingredients

Scale

Dressing

6 tbsp (90 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp (45 ml) Angelo Provincia di Pavia Pinot Grigio
3 tbsp (45 ml) fresh lemon juice
1½ tsp (7.5 ml) clover honey
1½ tsp (7.5 ml) dried oregano
½ tsp (2.5 ml) dried thyme
1 pinch red pepper chili flakes (optional)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
¼ tsp (1 ml) fine sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Skewers

6 oz (170 g) salami, thinly sliced
2 cups (500 ml) cherry tomatoes
1 × 14 oz (398 g) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
7 oz (200 g) mini bocconcini
1 × 16 oz (450 g) jar sweet cherry peppers, drained and halved
Jarred pepperoncini, drained, to taste
1 cup (250 ml) olives of your choice
20 leaves fresh basil
5 sprigs fresh rosemary

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Pinot Grigio, lemon juice, honey, oregano, thyme, chili flakes (if using), minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Marinate Vegetables (Optional):
For extra flavor, toss artichoke hearts, cherry peppers, and olives with 2–3 tbsp of the dressing and let sit for 15–20 minutes.
Assemble Skewers:
On wooden skewers, thread a combination of salami, cherry tomatoes, artichokes, mini bocconcini, olives, cherry peppers, and pepperoncini. Alternate colors and textures for visual appeal.
Arrange in Wreath:
Lay a circular serving platter and arrange skewers in a ring to create a wreath shape. Overlap slightly for fullness. Tuck fresh basil leaves and rosemary sprigs in between skewers for decoration.
Drizzle Dressing:
Just before serving, drizzle remaining dressing over the skewers to add shine and flavor.
Serve and Enjoy:
Guests can grab individual skewers or gently lift them from the wreath. Perfect for festive tables or cocktail parties.

Notes

Skewers can be assembled a few hours in advance and stored covered in the fridge.

Rotate ingredient order to ensure every skewer has a balance of flavor.

Use high-quality olive oil and fresh basil for maximum flavor impact.