These Easy Antipasto Recipes are sure to take your next party to the next level of fun! Delicious and easy recipes that won’t keep you in the kitchen all day, letting you have time to enjoy your own party with your guests!
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Why You’ll Love These Easy Antipasto Recipes
I almost look forward to appetizers more than I look forward to eating the main course. I love tasting little bites of everything being passed around, and these easy antipasto recipes are no exception.
Simple recipes with big flavor that will impress your friends and family. Not only are these recipes delicious and unique, they won’t keep you in the kitchen the entire night. Because we don’t want to go to all the trouble of having a party to miss it!
What Is Antipasto?
Antipasto is refers to the first course of an Italian meal. These offerings are typically bite-sized or smaller portions, gathered on a platter that’s placed in the center of the table for everyone to enjoy.
While not all of these antipasto recipes here are Italian in nature, we know you’ll enjoy them on your appetizer table as much as we do.
What we look for in a perfect antipasto platter is a combination of dips and spreads along with hot and cold appetizers. The point is to stimulate the appetite, but not make us too full.
What Do Italians Drink With Antipasto?
As if these tasty, easy antipasto recipes weren’t enough, something to wash them down is always a good thing! A classic Italian cocktail to enjoy with antipasto is a Aperol Spritz, which is a champagne cocktail that has a bitter flavor to it. The bitter flavor in Aperol is perfect for pairing with rich meats and cheeses.
Another popular cocktail is the Italian Negroni, which has been gaining tons of popularity these days due to the success of Stanley Tucci and his cooking show.
Other drinks to serve can include red or white wine, champagne or prosecco, or Italian beers like Stella or Peroni.
Easy Clams Casino Tarts
These Easy Clams Casino Tarts are a one bite Thanksgiving appetizer idea! A mini version of your favorite clam appetizer, without all the work!
Low Carb BLT Bites
These delicious low carb appetizers taste like your favorite BLT sandwich!
Italian Deli Roll Ups
This fun low carb snack or appetizer can be served any time of the day! You can easily customize the flavors in this appetizer recipe to your liking!
Roasted Tomato Basil Pizza
- This simple pizza recipe used oven roasted tomatoes instead of pizza sauce!
Watermelon Feta Appetizers
These healthy and tasty appetizers are perfect for summer parties!
Cheesy Artichoke Bread
This super cheesy, vegetable stuffed garlic bread will have them begging for the recipe!
Balsamic Panzanella Salad
Balsamic Panzanella Salad is so light and refreshing, the perfect summer side dish recipe to a grilled steak or chicken – or add it on top for a complete meal!
Christmas Antipasto Platter
This festive antipasto platter will be the center of attention at you holiday parties! An easy, no cook appetizer recipe that feeds a crowd!
Antipasto Salad Kabobs
This healthy appetizer or side dish is a party favorite! There’s something on these salad kabobs for everyone!
Steamed Artichokes with Garlic Aioli
Steamed Artichokes with Garlic Aioli are an easy, delicious vegetable side dish for everyday meals of holiday dinners!
Fried Artichoke Hearts
Fried Artichoke Hearts are so crispy and addicting! We love making these hot appetizers for game days or holidays. Make our roasted garlic aioli to serve alongside for dipping!
Garlic Butter Shrimp
This shrimp is served in the most addicting garlicky butter sauce that’s made for dipping!
Mushroom and Thyme Cheese Bread
This crunchy cheese bread is so easy to make – you can even make it ahead of time and freeze it for a quick appetizer or snack!
Classic Shrimp Remoulade
This easy and classic shrimp appetizer adds an elegant touch to you holiday meal! Everything can be done ahead of time so all there is to do is serve!
Artichoke Walnut Pesto
This Artichoke Walnut Pesto is a 5 minute recipe! This nutty pesto can also be served as a dip with veggies or pita chips or use it on a sandwich or a pizza!
Roasted Artichoke Salad
This tangy Roasted Artichoke Salad is a delicious side dish to your steak, chicken or seafood dinner! This artichoke recipe can also be served warm or chilled!
Mini Roasted Peppers
Make these sweet Mini Roasted Peppers as a side dish for dinner, or to use in many different recipes! We add them to rice bowls, salads and use them as toppings for sandwiches and burgers!
Sherry Mushrooms
Immerse yourself in the richness of these Sherry Mushrooms for an unforgettable side dish! Simmered in a sherry wine and butter sauce, these mushrooms will provide you an intense and aromatic flavor experience, perfect for appetizers or a topping for steak or chicken!
Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
These Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts are always a hit at parties! A one-bite appetizer with a sweet and salty flavor combination.
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Bacon Wrapped Scallops are a classic holiday appetizer! We’ve got a tip to making sure that the bacon on these seafood appetizers is actually crispy!
Crispy Eggplant Fries
These Crispy Eggplant Fries are perfect for appetizers! These “fries” can be made in a skillet with oil, baked or air fried!
Fried Artichoke Hearts
Fried Artichoke Hearts are so crispy and addicting! We love making these hot appetizers for game days or holidays. Make our roasted garlic aioli to serve alongside for dipping!
Tuna Cakes
These tasty Tuna Cakes are packed with flavor and cook up with very little effort! Think of a carb cake, but way less expensive. These are delicious with a side salad or potatoes, even on a bun!
Classic Tomato Bruschetta
This Classic Tomato Bruschetta is always a hit at parties and holidays! We have a few tips for making the BEST bruschetta you’ve ever eaten!
Feta Bruschetta Recipe
This Whipped Feta Bruschetta Recipe is a delicious addition to your appetizer platter! Spread this creamy, whipped feta on toasted crostini topped with tangy and sweet tomatoes.
Pan Con Tomate (Spanish Tomato Bread)
Pan Con Tomate (AKA Spanish Tomato Bead) highlights the flavor of perfectly ripe, juicy tomatoes! Serve for tapas or a happy hour snack!
