Dessert

Antipasto Wreath Recipe

ByMaya Arden December 26, 2025December 26, 2025

Introduction

This Antipasto Wreath is a beautiful and delicious appetizer that combines fresh mozzarella, savory meats, and marinated vegetables. Perfect for entertaining, it’s both visually stunning and easy to assemble.

A white round plate holds a colorful wreath made of small skewers arranged in a circle with a hollow center. Each skewer has layers that include bright red cherry tomatoes, white mozzarella balls, green basil leaves, yellow pepperoncini peppers, green and black olives, folded slices of pink and red cured meats, artichoke hearts, and sprigs of fresh green rosemary for texture. The wreath is set on a white marbled surface with side dishes of green olives in a white bowl, a piece of bread, and another white plate with more skewers partly visible. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 oz mozzarella balls
Basil leaves

1 pint cherry tomatoes
6 oz salami

6 oz prosciutto salami
14 oz marinated artichoke hearts

8 oz green olives (1 jar)
8 oz pitted Kalamata olives (1 jar)
8 oz pepperoncini (8-16 oz)

Rosemary sprigs

Instructions

Step 1: Thread the ingredients onto skewers by alternating one mozzarella ball, a basil leaf, one olive, a piece of vegetable, and a slice of meat on each skewer.
Step 2: Arrange the prepared skewers on a round cutting board or serving platter in the shape of a wreath. Garnish by tucking rosemary sprigs around the wreath for a fresh, aromatic touch.

Tips & Variations

Use wooden or decorative skewers to enhance presentation and make serving easier.
Substitute meats with roasted peppers or grilled vegetables for a vegetarian version.
Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze just before serving to elevate the flavors.

Storage

Store any leftover skewers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To maintain freshness, avoid assembling too far in advance. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A white plate holds a circular wreath made from multiple small wooden skewers, each layered with colorful ingredients. Each skewer has bright red cherry tomatoes, white mozzarella balls, green and black olives, folded slices of pink and red cured meats, pale artichoke hearts, yellow pepperoncini, and fresh green basil leaves, accented by sprigs of rosemary. The wreath forms a dense, textured ring with a clear center. In the background, a long baguette rests on a white marbled surface with a white cloth nearby, and in the bottom corner, a white bowl filled with green olives is visible. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the antipasto wreath ahead of time?

You can assemble the skewers a few hours ahead and keep them refrigerated, but it’s best to arrange them into the wreath shape just before serving to keep the basil and bread fresh.

What can I serve with this antipasto wreath?

This wreath pairs beautifully with crusty bread, a variety of cheeses, or a light vinaigrette for dipping to complement the flavors.

Maya Arden