This is the perfect idea for a summer lunch! This low carb antipasto salad recipe is quick and tangy.

Antipasto is one of my favorite types of food! I have a soft spot for Italian foods in general, but this one really gets me. I could eat it for every meal.

You are going to love this salad! Make a bunch and save it in your fridge for an easy lunch that you can grab and take with you.

What is Antipasto

Antipasto is an appetizer that usually contains olives, anchovies, cheeses, and meats.

If you find a recipe that has antipasto in the name, it probably has Italian dressing with any of the above ingredients combined in it.

Keto-Friendly Antipasto

These fresh ingredients are all also very keto-friendly. Meats and cheeses are bedrock low carb foods.

Since this is a basic chopped salad, it takes just minutes to make. That means it’s an easy lunch idea. You can also eat it as a side or even the main dish for dinner too.

Keto Antipasto Salad Dressing

Honestly, the star of this recipe is the keto salad dressing. You can even use it as a marinade for chicken or pork.

Here’s what I used in my salad dressing.

Olive Oil – You can use any low-carb oil of your choice. Avocado oil works great too.
Red Wine Vinegar – This is a sweeter vinegar. You can use white wine vinegar as a substitute. Don’t use apple cider vinegar unless you like the sharp bite it has.
Oregano – Fresh herbs always have the best flavor but dried works just as well. You use the same amount for both.
Basil – I used fresh basil, but you can use dried too.
Salt and Pepper to taste

How To Make A Chopped Antipasto Salad

What makes this a salad is the leafy greens and the salad dressing. If you want, you can just set out the ingredients and make your own charcuterie board. You can also layer the ingredients on toothpicks for a keto appetizer.

This salad is so easy to make! Just chope up the ingredient and toss them in the salad dressing. It couldn’t be any easier!

Ingredients in Low Carb Antipasto Salad Recipe

All of the ingredients I picked out combine to create a fresh and flavorful salad. Here’s what I used, along with any substitutions if you need them.

Lettuce – I used Romaine lettuce. You can use any lettuce that you have on hand. Try it with baby spinach and kale for a satisfying crunch.
Genoa Salami – I love the taste of this salami, plus it has the perfect texture. Any kind of dried salami will work, just stay away from any that is too dry to chew easily.
Pepperoni – Any kind of pepperoni will taste perfect, even turkey pepperoni
Provolone Cheese – I love how creamy this cheese is. Use your favorite types of cheese
Mozzarella Cheese
Parmesan Cheese – If you don’t have parmesan, use any type of hard cheese. It adds texture to the salad.
Tomatoes – smaller ones like cherry or grape tomatoes work best. If you use larger tomatoes, remove the seeds and cut them into small pieces.
Olives – I used black olives, but green olives can work too
Peppers – I used red bell peppers. Any color of bell peppers will give this salad color and crunch.
Red Onion – While I think white or yellow onion can work too, red onion has a stronger bite and a bright color that helps this salad look (and taste) stunning.

How Long Does Antipasto Salad Last?

If you store this salad without the salad dressing, it will last longer in the refrigerator. All of these ingredients are pretty hearty (except the lettuce). It will last about a week in the refrigerator.

Here’s a quick tip for you! Chop up all the ingredients and store them in separate containers. Then, when you are ready for a salad, just put what you need into a bowl and save the rest for later. They will stay fresher longer this way.

More Low Carb Recipes

Here are some more of my favorite keto salad recipes. If you enjoyed this one then you should try these next.

Low Carb Antipasto Recipe

Here’s the complete recipe. The exact measurements are located within the printable recipe card below. Share with your friends – it really is that good!

Ingredients

Romaine lettuce
Genoa Salami
Pepperoni
Provolone cheese
Mozzarella cheese
Parmesan cheese
Cherry or grape tomatoes
Black olives
Medium red bell pepper
Red onion