Italian Skewers

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Italian Skewers
20 min.
16
210kcal

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Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further than these Italian Skewers! This gluten-free recipe is not only simple to whip up, taking only 20 minutes to prepare, but it also serves 16 people, making it ideal for gatherings and parties. Each skewer is packed with mouthwatering ingredients such as small artichoke hearts, grape tomatoes, mozzarella cheese-wrapped Genoa salami, and large pitted Spanish olives. The marinade, a flavorful balsamic-basil vinaigrette with a hint of lemon juice, infuses the skewers with an irresistible taste that will have your guests reaching for more.

These skewers are versatile, fitting seamlessly into various meals as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer. Plus, with a caloric breakdown of 11.08% protein, 79.42% fat, and 9.5% carbs, you can enjoy these skewers guilt-free. For the best experience, we recommend using Ken's Steak House Balsamic & Basil Vinaigrette for the marinade, but feel free to customize the recipe to your taste preferences. So why wait? Dive into the world of Italian flavors and start crafting these delectable skewers for your next event or simply to enjoy at home. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 14 oz artichoke hearts halved drained canned
  • 16 oz balsamic vinaigrette 
  • pint grape tomatoes 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • oz mozzarella cheese 
  • oz olives spanish pitted drained
  • 16 slices genoa salami (4-inch)
  • inch frangelico 
  • inch frangelico 

Equipment

  • baking pan
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Cut cheese evenly into 16 cubes. Wrap salami slices around cheese cubes. Thread cubes, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, and olives alternatively on skewers.
  2. Place skewers in a large plastic container or baking dish.
  3. Stir together vinaigrette and lemon juice.
  4. Pour dressing mixture over skewers; cover tightly, and chill 8 hours.
  5. Remove skewers from marinade, discarding marinade before serving.
  6. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Ken's Steak House Balsamic & Basil Vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts

Calories210kcal
Protein11.08%
Fat79.42%
Carbs9.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.81
Glycemic Load
0.43
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.2047826155372%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.14mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:209.77kcal
10.49%
Fat:18.29g
28.13%
Saturated Fat:4.1g
25.64%
Carbohydrates:4.92g
1.64%
Net Carbohydrates:3.83g
1.39%
Sugar:2.14g
2.38%
Cholesterol:18.31mg
6.1%
Sodium:806.34mg
35.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.74g
11.48%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.59%
Calcium:84.13mg
8.41%
Phosphorus:78.39mg
7.84%
Vitamin A:384.01IU
7.68%
Selenium:4.79µg
6.85%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.76%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.65%
Vitamin C:4.41mg
5.35%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.49%
Fiber:1.09g
4.36%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.11%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.95%
Vitamin B3:0.72mg
3.6%
Potassium:120.31mg
3.44%
Vitamin K:2.81µg
2.68%
Copper:0.05mg
2.32%
Magnesium:9.29mg
2.32%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.22%
Iron:0.31mg
1.73%
Folate:6.11µg
1.53%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.45%
Source:My Recipes