Elegant Keto Antipasto Salad with Rose Water Green Tea Dressing – A Truly Delightful Keto Salad

My Elegant Keto Antipasto Salad, featuring a Rose Water Green Tea Dressing is a fun and flavorful keto salad. Join me as I dive into cutting techniques, edible flowers, and playful molds, all while enjoying a refreshing Rose Water Green Tea Dressing.

Elegant Keto Antipasto Salad with Rose Water Green Tea Dressing – I had a lot of fun making this elegant keto salad. I was wanting to create something really beautiful while sticking to a keto diet, and I think I succeeded with this dish.

If you haven’t noticed, I really love including flowers🌺 in my pictures. In the beautiful Garden State of New Jersey, my garden flourishes with vibrant blooms throughout the year, except during the winter season, of course.

I love visiting my local nursery, I always get lost in the beauty of the blooms on display. The nursery becomes a treasure trove, offering so many options that never fail to inspire me. I carefully select the prettiest flowers to enhance the aesthetic appeal of my culinary creations.

I was so happy to use my new turquoise chippy paint-embellished port door from an old ship for this photo backdrop, I think it really works with the rest of the image.😊

Want to add a touch of elegance to your dish? Edible flowers are the secret ingredient.

There’s literally a world of possibilities on Etsy or through dedicated websites like Amazon. Get your hands on delightful options like violas, daisies, and rose petals, and let their beauty enhance the visual appeal of your salad. (links below)

FAQs about Elegant Keto Antipasto Salad with Rose Water Green Tea Dressing

Do I have to use rose water in the dressing? If you’re not a fan of rose water, no worries! I completely understand. Instead, you can try using Earl Grey tea or green tea for a pleasant flavor. Just keep in mind that you might need to use more of it compared to rose water and a little bit goes a long way with rosewater.

Do I need to cut out fancy shapes too? I mean this one might be a little obvious but, you don’t necessarily have to cut them into fancy shapes (hahaha😂). Regular slices will do just fine.

Let’s Get hammy! The rich, savory notes of the ham really elevate this elegant keto salad. I have a deep appreciation for indulging in the delectable flavors of ham in this elegant salad, especially when paired with the tantalizing rosewater green tea dressing. Whether it’s a succulent ham off the bone or a perfectly baked ham from a trusted store, the taste is simply divine.

How do I make the Butternut Squash spirals? For the butternut squash spirals, I used a spiralizer, that I already had on hand, and it truly enhanced the dish with a lovely orange hue. Another option is to use a regular potato peeler to create the pretty strips. Let’s get creative and make your salad look visually stunning!

How do I make these cuts for the ham and other ingredients? I use these molds from Amazon. I tried a couple of different sizes and you can play around with it too. It doesn’t have to be exactly like mine so …..give it a try! (Links below)

When to serve this beautiful salad? The last time I served this beautiful salad, it reminded me of a fancy get-together I had with some friends. The women got really excited about it, whereas the men didn’t show as much enthusiasm. Ha, probably because all the men eat are chicken parm and pizza. Are the men in your life the same😂?

Anyways, this is just perfect for a gathering where you want to add a touch of elegance. You can enjoy it with your girlfriends, have a nice keto bottle of wine, and offer regular wine for friends who aren’t on a keto diet.

To make things easier, you can pre-cut the cheese, ham, and butternut squash in advance so that assembling the salad on the day of the gathering becomes quick and effortless. It will still look fantastic.

You can also prepare this salad as a delicious meal after work one night or prep the ingredients ahead of time, for lunches during the week. I’ve also noticed when making the salad for lunches it comes together really quickly, leaving you with a satisfying and enjoyable midweek meal.

Do you find rose water tasty or are you more of an Earl Grey tea person? Or do you prefer to keep it simple and use regular tea with this? Let me know in the comments below!