Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
5 unit

salad mix

bagged

1 pound

mixed sliced deli meats

sliced

8 unit

fresh mozzarella bocconcini

fresh

0.25 pound

provolone

sliced

2 unit

tomatoes

quartered

16 unit

olive antipasta

jarred

1 cup

pepperoncini

jarred

1 can

garbanzo beans

drained

0.5 bottle

balsamic vinaigrette

1 unit

breadsticks

Step 1
~2 min

Pour salad mix onto a large platter.

Step 2
~2 min

Arrange sliced deli meats on top of the salad.

Step 3
~2 min

Distribute fresh mozzarella bocconcini over the salad.

Step 4
~2 min

Add provolone slices to the platter.

Step 5
~2 min

Scatter quartered tomatoes across the salad.

Step 6
~2 min

Spoon olive antipasta around the salad.

Step 7
~2 min

Place pepperoncini on the platter.

Step 8
~2 min

Sprinkle drained garbanzo beans over the salad.

Step 9
~2 min

Pour balsamic vinaigrette over the entire salad.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve immediately with breadsticks.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add grilled vegetables for a warmer dish.

Include a variety of olives for added flavor.

Adjust the amount of dressing to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be assembled a few hours in advance, but add dressing just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (from deli meats and olives)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer before a meal.

Enjoy as a light lunch or dinner.

Pair with a glass of wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Olives
Marinated artichoke hearts

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A traditional Italian starter dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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