Easy Marinated Cheese Appetizer with Salami & Pickles
This Easy Marinated Cheese Appetizer with Salami & Pickles combines the bold flavors of sharp cheddar and pepper jack cheese with tangy pickles and savory salami. Perfect for your next gathering, this flavorful treat is quick to prepare and sure to impress
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marination time)
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 10 minutes (plus marination time)
- Yield: Serves 4-6 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz block of sharp cheddar cheese, cut into cubes
- 8 oz block of pepper jack cheese, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup sliced salami, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup small pickles (cornichons or dill pickles), sliced
- Fresh herbs, like parsley or basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the cheese: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the cheese cubes to the mixture and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
- Assemble the appetizer: Arrange marinated cheese cubes on a platter. Add salami slices and pickles around the cheese for a beautiful display.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh herbs for extra flavor and a pop of color.
- Serve and enjoy: This appetizer is delicious on its own or with crackers.
Notes
- This appetizer can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.
- For a bit more zing, add some red pepper flakes or hot pepper rings to the platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of the total recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg