Best Italian Antipasti Recipe

cured meats

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: salami

Turkey is lower in fat, while salami is a more affordable option.

cheeses

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, while cream cheese is often less expensive.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a healthier alternative, while red wine vinegar is typically cheaper.

toasted bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain crackers

💰Cheaper: store-brand bread

Whole grain crackers offer more fiber, while store-brand bread is budget-friendly.

Slice zucchini into rounds about 1 cm thick.

Grill zucchini on both sides for about 6-7 minutes until cooked.

Place grilled zucchini in a bowl.

Mix 50% olive oil and 50% extra virgin olive oil together.

Add 3-4 tablespoons of white wine vinegar to the oil mixture.

Add roughly chopped fresh mint to the bowl with zucchini.

Add dried chili to the mixture for spice.

Add salt to taste (do not add pepper).

Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate to marinate for about 24 hours.

Stir the mixture every couple of hours to enhance flavor.

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