Italian Skewers

Submitted by FloridaGrl

"These little babies are great picnic fare! We really enjoy them, and they are easy to make as well as transport."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese
• 16 (4 inch) genoa salami, slices
• 1 (14 ounce) can small artichoke hearts, drained and halved
• 1 pint grape tomatoes
• 1 (6 ounce) jar large pitted Spanish olives, drained
• 16 (6 ounce) wood skewers
• 1 (16 ounce) bottle balsamic basil vinaigrette (Ken's Steak House brand is what I use)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

directions

1. Cut cheese evenly into 16 cubes. Wrap salami slices around cheese cubes. Thread cubes,artichoke hearts,tomatoes,and olives alternatively on skewers. Place skewers in large plastic container or baking dish.
2. Stir together vinaigrette and lemon juice. Pour over skewers;cover tightly and chill for 8 hours. Remove skewers from marinade,discarding marinade before serving.
3. If wanted you can double the cheese, and wrap in Prosciutto. Also can add mushrooms.