Lemony Marinated Antipasto
Chicken or turkey sausage links complement the flavors of this antipasto recipe. Find the sausage fresh or frozen in most supermarkets.
Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
Makes 12 to 16 servings.
Ingredients
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1 pound spicy Italian chicken or turkey sausage links
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1 tablespoon cooking oil
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1/3 cup olive oil
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2 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
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1/3 cup lemon juice
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2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil leaves
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2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning, crushed
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 12-ounce jar roasted red sweet peppers, drained
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12 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 cup pitted kalamata olives
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Fresh basil sprigs (optional)
Directions
1.
Cook sausage links in cooking oil in a medium skillet over medium heat for 10 minutes or until cooked through, turning frequently to brown evenly. Remove sausage from heat and allow to cool. Cut in 1/4-inch-thick slices and set aside.
2.
Meanwhile, for dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon peel, lemon juice, snipped basil, Italian seasoning, and garlic in a small bowl; set aside. Cut roasted red peppers into bite-size strips.
3.
Layer sausage, red pepper strips, and olives in a 2-quart jar or two 1-quart jars. Pour dressing into jar(s), cover tightly, and refrigerate for 1 to 2 days. Turn jar(s) upside down occasionally to distribute the dressing.
4.
Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Arrange on a platter; add cheese and garnish with basil sprigs, if desired. Makes 12 to 16 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 222, Total Fat 17 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 550 mg, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 91%, Calcium 20%, Iron 8%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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