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Italian Antipasto Skewers with Balsamic Reduction

May 29, 2017 by Edyta 10 Comments

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Italian Antipasto Skewers are perfect little bites of a traditional Italian appetizer on a stick. A delicious combination of cured meats, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and olives, drizzled with a balsamic reduction, makes for one awesome crowd pleaser.

Italian Antipasto Skewers are perfect little bites of traditional Italian appetizer on a stick. Delicious combination of cured meats, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and olives drizzled with the balsamic reduction makes for one awesome crowd pleaser.Italian Antipasto Skewers are such a great idea. Instead of a platter full of antipasti – that sometimes can be difficult to eat on a cocktail party – you can put all of the ingredients on a stick and let your guests enjoy cocktails, conversation and a convenient bite of these amazing Italian Antipasto Skewers.

Traditionally antipasto is the first course of an Italian dinner. Typical ingredients often include: cured meats, different cheeses, marinated vegetables (like artichokes, mushrooms, olives, ect…), and anchovies, drizzled in oil or vinegar.

Italian Antipasto Skewers are perfect little bites of traditional Italian appetizer on a stick. Delicious combination of cured meats, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and olives drizzled with the balsamic reduction makes for one awesome crowd pleaser.

This version contains:

  • Two of my favorite Italian cured meats: prosciutto and spicy sopressata;
  • Little mozzarella balls (boccocine) – they are just a perfect bite;
  • Marinated artichoke hearts – super flavorful and also super healthy;
  • Green olives – my personal favorite, but any olives will do great here;
  • Cherry tomatoes – cocktail tomatoes, or small heirloom can do good too; and
  • Balsamic reduction – I used store bought from Trader Joe’s but it is very easy to make ( See recipe notes below).

Italian Antipasto Skewers are perfect little bites of traditional Italian appetizer on a stick. Delicious combination of cured meats, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and olives drizzled with the balsamic reduction makes for one awesome crowd pleaser.

Keep in mind that this is more of an idea then a strictly prescribed recipe. It can be easily tailored to include whatever ingredients you want to use as well as the quantities of ingredients needed, depending on how many skewers you actually want to make.

Italian Antipasti can be compared to French hors d’oeuvre, or Greek Meze, or Spanish Tapas. Obviously all look to provide little bites of flavor before the entree; to wake up your appetite and compliment the main course. Regardless which type of appetizer we’re referring to, I must admit that I love all of them: Italian, French, Greek and Spanish!!!

Italian Antipasto Skewers are perfect little bites of traditional Italian appetizer on a stick. Delicious combination of cured meats, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and olives drizzled with the balsamic reduction makes for one awesome crowd pleaser.

If you’re looking for other great crowd pleasing appetizers for your next party, you can also check this: Raspberry Baked Brie En Croute with Toasted Walnuts, or my Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Sauce, or Chipotle Hummus with Roasted Pine Nuts, or this Pan con Tomate with Crispy Prosciutto. Should you need more inspiration, you can also check this compilation of  Easy Spanish Taps from Recipe Tin Eats.

But I must admin these Italian Antipasto Skewers are my new favorite (especially for the summer)! You can serve them before your next BBQ and I’m sure your guests will be very impressed with the sophistication.

 

 

Italian Antipasto Skewers are perfect little bites of traditional Italian appetizer on a stick. Delicious combination of cured meats, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and olives drizzled with the balsamic reduction makes for one awesome crowd pleaser.

Italian Antipasto Skewers with Balsamic Reduction

Italian Antipasto Skewers are perfect little bites of traditional Italian appetizer on a stick. Delicious combination of cured meats, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and olives drizzled with the balsamic reduction makes for one awesome crowd pleaser.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Appetiser
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6
Calories: 157kcal
Author: Edyta

Ingredients

  • 6 slices prosciutto
  • 6 slices sopressata - spicy
  • 6 balls mozzarella - mini
  • 18 cherry tomatoes
  • 12 olives
  • 6 artichokes marinated, cut in half
  • basil or parsley leaves
  • 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar reduced

Instructions

  • Using wooden skewers add antipasto ingredients in whatever order you prefer. I like to start and end with either tomatoes or olives
  • Drizzle the skewers with balsamic reduction and basil or parsley leave. You can also add basil or parsley leave in between other ingredients. 
  • Add balsamic vinegar to the pot and heat up on a low heat until reduced to the point that it sticks to the  back of the spoon. 

Notes

My mozzarella balls were pretty big so I cut them in half and sometimes even in quarter. Depending on the size you can either have them whole or cut to the size that will fit well on a skewer.
I used store bought balsamic reduction from Trader Joe's as I really like it, but if you don't have it you can simply make a reduction by using balsamic vinegar. 
I used 3 tomatoes per skewer so my recipe calls for 18, but feel free to use less or more. 
This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled or divided depending on a number of people you will be serving them for. 

Nutrition

Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 513mg | Potassium: 606mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4.3% | Vitamin C: 27.6% | Calcium: 7.1% | Iron: 11.8%
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Nutrition Facts
Italian Antipasto Skewers with Balsamic Reduction
Amount Per Serving
Calories 157 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 13mg 4%
Sodium 513mg 21%
Potassium 606mg 17%
Total Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Dietary Fiber 7g 28%
Sugars 3g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin A 4.3%
Vitamin C 27.6%
Calcium 7.1%
Iron 11.8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Italian Antipasto Skewers are perfect little bites of traditional Italian appetizer on a stick. Delicious combination of cured meats, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and olives drizzled with the balsamic reduction makes for one awesome crowd pleaser.

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Comments

  1. Brandi Crawford

    May 30, 2017 at 12:07 pm


    Love these! My mouth is watering. I love the balsamic reduction. Perfect for summer!

    Reply
    • Edyta

      May 30, 2017 at 12:09 pm

      Thanks Brandi

      Reply
  2. Lisa | Garlic & Zest

    May 30, 2017 at 12:24 pm


    I love absolutely every ingredient on these skewers and I’m sure that they’d be fab with a glass or two of chilled sauvignon blanc!! I’m in!

    Reply
    • Edyta

      May 30, 2017 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks Lisa!

      Reply
  3. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food

    May 30, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    This is so up my alley!! Love these and could totally eat every.single.day. Your photos are gorgeous too, by the way 🙂

    Reply
    • Edyta

      May 30, 2017 at 12:43 pm

      Thank you Dawn 🙂

      Reply
  4. Debra C.

    May 30, 2017 at 1:07 pm


    I think I could make a whole meal out of these yummy bites! Ok, maybe top off a salad? They look fabulous, love the recipeless-recipe! Appetizer perfection!!

    Reply
    • Edyta

      May 30, 2017 at 1:20 pm

      Thanks Debra!

      Reply
  5. Lindsay Cotter

    May 30, 2017 at 1:59 pm


    Love these Italian antipasto appetizers on a stick! These will be a bit hit with guests at our summer gatherings! Gorgeous bites that I could make a meal out of too!

    Reply
    • Edyta

      May 30, 2017 at 2:03 pm

      Thanks Lindsay!

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