Description
Quick, flavorful, and perfect for entertaining, this Easy Marinated Cheese Appetizer blends creamy cheese, savory salami, zesty pickles, and herbs in a tangy vinaigrette. Make ahead and serve chilled—ideal for parties, charcuterie boards, or snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
6 oz Havarti cheese, cubed
1 cup diced salami
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
½ cup cornichons, halved
½ cup Castelvetrano olives, pitted & halved
2 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1 cup Italian-style vinaigrette (e.g., Garlic Expressions)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together the Havarti cubes, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, diced salami, cornichons, Castelvetrano olives, and fresh basil.
- Drizzle the Italian‑style vinaigrette evenly over the ingredients.
- Gently toss the ingredients to ensure they’re evenly coated in the vinaigrette.
- Transfer the mixture into a mason jar or an airtight container; seal or cover with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate and let it marinate. You can serve it immediately or allow it to rest and absorb more flavor for up to a week.
- When ready to serve, simply open and enjoy—great on its own, with bread, or as part of a charcuterie spread.
Notes
Pat pickles and olives dry to avoid excess moisture.
Try Gouda or Monterey Jack if Havarti isn’t available.
Add pine nuts or extra cheese for more richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 8g