These Mini Bresaola Rolls are a light yet luxurious appetizer — thin slices of air-dried beef wrapped around peppery arugula, shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, and a touch of lemon zest. Drizzled with olive oil and a hint of balsamic glaze, they’re salty, savory, and wonderfully fresh — perfect for antipasto platters, aperitivo hour, or elegant hors d’oeuvres.
Yields 4 Servings Servings Quarter (1 Serving) Half (2 Servings) Default (4 Servings) Double (8 Servings) Triple (12 Servings) Prep Time 10 minsTotal Time 10 mins12 rolls
12 slices bresaola (thinly sliced, about 3x5 inches)
1 cup baby arugula
⅓ cup shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano
Zest of ½ lemon
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: balsamic glaze or microgreens
Season the Fillin
1
In a small bowl, toss the arugula with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper.
Add the shaved parmesan and gently mix.
Assemble the Rolls
2
Lay out each bresaola slice on a flat surface.
Place a small bundle of dressed arugula and cheese toward one end.
Roll up tightly, like a cigar, and place seam-side down.
Plate and Garnish
3
Arrange on a serving platter.
Drizzle with a touch more olive oil or a few drops of balsamic glaze.
Sprinkle with additional lemon zest or fresh pepper if desired.
Pair With
4
A glass of Prosecco or light red wine like Dolcetto or Pinot Noir
Marinated olives or artichoke hearts
Crostini or breadsticks for texture contrast
Ingredients 12 rolls
12 slices bresaola (thinly sliced, about 3x5 inches)
1 cup baby arugula
⅓ cup shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano
Zest of ½ lemon
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: balsamic glaze or microgreens
Directions Season the Fillin
1
In a small bowl, toss the arugula with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper.
Add the shaved parmesan and gently mix.
Assemble the Rolls
2
Lay out each bresaola slice on a flat surface.
Place a small bundle of dressed arugula and cheese toward one end.
Roll up tightly, like a cigar, and place seam-side down.
Plate and Garnish
3
Arrange on a serving platter.
Drizzle with a touch more olive oil or a few drops of balsamic glaze.
Sprinkle with additional lemon zest or fresh pepper if desired.
Pair With
4
A glass of Prosecco or light red wine like Dolcetto or Pinot Noir
Marinated olives or artichoke hearts
Crostini or breadsticks for texture contrast
Mini Bresaola Rolls with Arugula & Parmesan
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