Description
A delightful appetizer featuring sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, complemented by salami and pickles, marinated in a flavorful dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
- 8 oz Monterey Jack or mozzarella, cubed
- 4 oz dry salami, sliced into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup mini dill pickles or gherkins, drained
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or white balsamic
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
Instructions
- Cube the cheeses, slice the salami, and drain the pickles. Thinly slice the red onion, if using.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Place the cheese, salami, pickles, and onion in a large bowl or resealable container.
- Pour the marinade over the ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours, stirring occasionally if marinating overnight.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature in a bowl or on skewers for individual servings.
Notes
- Marinating for longer enhances the flavors.
- Can be served as a party appetizer or a snack.
- Adjust the level of heat with crushed red pepper flakes according to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg