Antipasto Skewers
Mini Antipasto Skewers with tortellini are a delicious appetizer and make the for the most perfect party appetizer for any gathering. Easy to make and even easier to eat; these appetizer skewers are always a hit!
Servings 15
Equipment
Ingredients
Marinade For Tortellini & Mozzarella
- 15 cheese tortellini
- 15 fresh mozzarella balls (also called mozzarella pearls)
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Antipasto Skewers
- 15 cherry tomatoes
- 15 green olives
- 15 black olives
- 15 slices pepperoni
- 15 slices salami
- 15 fresh basil leaves
- 15 artichoke hearts (from a can)
Instructions
- Tortellini : Prepare the cheese tortellini according to the package directions. Drain and rinse the cooked tortellini under cold water when done. Place it inside an airtight container and chill in the fridge until it's time to assemble the skewers. The tortellini needs to be chilled and completely cooled down before making the skewers. Plan on making the tortellini ahead of time so it has at least 1 hour to refrigerate.15 cheese tortellini
- Marinade : In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and dried seasonings until combined. Set aside for later when you assemble the skewers. It's ok to make this right before you assemble the skewers as there is no need for fridge time for the marinade.1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/3 cup red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Place the chilled tortellini from the fridge and mozzarella balls inside the marinade. Combine gently to coat the tortellini and mozzarella balls in the marinade.15 fresh mozzarella balls
- Gather all your antipasto skewer ingredients and create an 'assembly line' with everything.15 cherry tomatoes, 15 green olives, 15 black olives, 15 slices pepperoni, 15 slices salami, 15 fresh basil leaves, 15 artichoke hearts
- Grab a skewer and layer in this order; cherry tomato, tortellini, basil leaf, salami, artichoke heart, green olive, fresh mozzarella ball, green olive, pepperoni, and end with a black olive.
- Place the skewers onto a serving plate and enjoy! If wanted, lightly brush some remaining marinade over the skewers.