Easy Marinated Cheese Appetizer with Salami & Pickles (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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6 oz Havarti cheese, diced into ½-inch cubes
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½ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
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1 cup good-quality salami, cubed
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½ cup cornichons (small pickles)
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½ cup Castelvetrano olives, pitted and chopped
→ Marinade
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2 tbsp fresh basil, roughly chopped
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1 cup Garlic Expressions or Italian-style vinaigrette
# Instructions:
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In a medium mixing bowl, add the Havarti cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, salami, cornichons, and Castelvetrano olives. Gently toss them together to evenly distribute the ingredients.
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Roughly chop about 2 tablespoons of fresh basil and add it to the bowl. Fresh basil provides a hint of sweetness and a pop of color that enhances the look and taste of the dish.
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Add 1 cup of Garlic Expressions or your favorite Italian-style vinaigrette. The dressing will serve as a marinade, infusing each ingredient with a rich, tangy, and slightly garlicky flavor profile.
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Use a large spoon to gently stir all the ingredients until they're well mixed and coated with the vinaigrette. Transfer the mixture to a mason jar or cover the mixing bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
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Place the covered mixture in the fridge. You can serve this dish right away, but for best results, let it marinate for at least 1–2 hours, or even overnight. This allows the flavors to blend, making each ingredient even more delicious.
# Notes:
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This easy marinated cheese appetizer combines creamy Havarti, salami, and tangy pickled elements for a perfect make-ahead party dish.
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The appetizer can last in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, making it perfect for prepping ahead.
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If cornichons are unavailable, you can substitute with small, tart pickles.
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You can substitute Castelvetrano olives with green or mild black olives if desired.