Mortadella & Pistachio Roll-Ups are a refined Italian-inspired appetizer that balances the rich, silky texture of mortadella with creamy cheese and the nutty crunch of pistachios. These no-cook, bite-sized roll-ups are elegant yet effortless—perfect for aperitivo hour or antipasti platters.
Yields 4 Servings Servings Quarter (1 Serving) Half (2 Servings) Default (4 Servings) Double (8 Servings) Triple (12 Servings) Makes about 12 roll-ups
For the Roll-Ups
6 slices of mortadella, large and thinly sliced (ask for it deli-thin)
½ cup ricotta cheese (or whipped cream cheese or mascarpone)
¼ cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
1 tbsp Parmesan, finely grated (optional, for extra umami)
1 tsp lemon zest
½ tsp cracked black pepper
Fresh chives or microgreens (optional garnish)
Toothpicks or cocktail skewers, for serving
Make the Filling
1
In a bowl, mix ricotta with chopped pistachios, lemon zest, pepper, and Parmesan (if using).
Stir until creamy and evenly combined.
Assemble the Roll-Ups
2
Lay a slice of mortadella flat on a board.
Spoon about 1–2 tsp of the filling in a line along one edge.
Gently roll it up like a cigar, tucking the filling inside.
Cut the roll in half on the diagonal to create two neat pieces.
Secure with a toothpick or garnish with a microgreen leaf or snipped chive if serving fancy.
Serve
Serving Suggestions
4
Perfect for wine and cheese nights , aperitivo spreads , or holiday grazing boards .
Pairs well with sparkling rosé , Lambrusco , or dry sherry .
Ingredients Makes about 12 roll-ups
For the Roll-Ups
6 slices of mortadella, large and thinly sliced (ask for it deli-thin)
½ cup ricotta cheese (or whipped cream cheese or mascarpone)
¼ cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
1 tbsp Parmesan, finely grated (optional, for extra umami)
1 tsp lemon zest
½ tsp cracked black pepper
Fresh chives or microgreens (optional garnish)
Toothpicks or cocktail skewers, for serving
Directions Make the Filling
1
In a bowl, mix ricotta with chopped pistachios, lemon zest, pepper, and Parmesan (if using).
Stir until creamy and evenly combined.
Assemble the Roll-Ups
2
Lay a slice of mortadella flat on a board.
Spoon about 1–2 tsp of the filling in a line along one edge.
Gently roll it up like a cigar, tucking the filling inside.
Cut the roll in half on the diagonal to create two neat pieces.
Secure with a toothpick or garnish with a microgreen leaf or snipped chive if serving fancy.
Serve
Serving Suggestions
4
Perfect for wine and cheese nights , aperitivo spreads , or holiday grazing boards .
Pairs well with sparkling rosé , Lambrusco , or dry sherry .
Mortadella & Pistachio Roll-Ups
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