Easy Marinated Cheese Appetizer with Salami & Pickles
This Easy Marinated Cheese Appetizer with Salami and Pickles is a delicious and visually appealing starter. It's simple to prepare and can be served at parties, gatherings, or as a tasty snack. The combination of marinated cheese with savory salami and crunchy pickles makes for a delightful treat.
Equipment
- 1 medium mixing bowl
- 1 small whisk or fork
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 air-tight container or serving platter
Ingredients
- 8 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 4 oz salami, sliced
- 1 cup dill pickles, sliced
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning For added flavor, consider adding herbs like fresh basil or parsley instead.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the cubed cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, sliced salami, and dill pickles to the bowl. Gently toss everything until all the ingredients are coated with the marinade.
- Transfer the marinated mixture into an air-tight container or arrange it on a serving platter.
- Cover the container or platter with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes, or longer if you have time.
- Serve the marinated cheese appetizer chilled or at room temperature.
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like fresh basil or parsley instead of the Italian seasoning.
- This appetizer pairs nicely with crackers or sliced baguette.
- You can make this ahead of time; it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding herbs like fresh basil or parsley instead of the Italian seasoning.
This appetizer pairs nicely with crackers or sliced baguette.
You can make this ahead of time; it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just be sure to keep it covered to prevent drying out.