13 recipes

Bruschetta al Pomodoro
Bruschetta al Pomodoro is crisp, charred bread crowned with juicy fresh tomatoes, fragrant basil, garlic, and fruity extra-virgin olive oil. The contrast of warm, crunchy sourdough and cool, seasoned tomato topping makes it bright, simple, and deeply satisfying.

Carpaccio di Zucchine
This fresh zucchini carpaccio is delicate, bright, and richly savory despite its simplicity. Thin ribbons of raw zucchini are lightly dressed with lemon and olive oil, then finished with salty Parmigiano, buttery pine nuts, and fragrant basil.

Vitello Tonnato
Vitello Tonnato is a refined antipasto of tender, thinly sliced veal coated in a silky tuna-caper sauce. The result is cool, savory, bright with lemon, and deeply balanced by anchovy and capers, making it both elegant and surprisingly light for such a luxurious dish.

Caponata
Caponata is a rich, glossy Sicilian eggplant relish with a vivid sweet-and-sour character. Tender browned eggplant, tomatoes, celery, olives, and capers come together in a savory agrodolce sauce, finished with pine nuts and basil for freshness and texture.

Spiedini di Salame, Mozzarella e Olive
These mini antipasto skewers are rich, savory, and fresh, with salty salami, creamy mozzarella, briny olives, and fragrant basil in every bite. A light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ties everything together for an elegant no-cook starter that's ideal for keto eating.

Prosciutto e Melone
Sweet, juicy cantaloupe and silky salty prosciutto make a famously elegant combination that needs almost no preparation. Fresh mint and a touch of black pepper brighten the plate while keeping it light, refreshing, and low in carbohydrates.

Piatto Antipasto
This antipasto plate is a fast, elegant spread of silky prosciutto, robust salami, sharp provolone, and tangy marinated vegetables. Rich, salty, briny, and fresh all at once, it makes a satisfying low-carb lunch, starter, or aperitivo for two.

Frico Croccante
Frico Croccante are thin, lacy Parmesan wafers baked until deeply golden and brittle-crisp. Black pepper and fresh thyme add a fragrant, savoury lift, making them ideal as a low-carb snack or an elegant crunchy accent on the table.

Fagioli all'Uccelletto
Creamy but whole cannellini beans stewed in fragrant olive oil with whole garlic and plenty of fresh sage, brightened by a little tomato. Serve warm or at room temperature with crusty bread for a simple, classic Tuscan bite.

Provolone al Forno
This dish comes out of the oven bubbling and fragrant, with stretchy provolone surrounded by sweet-tart roasted cherry tomatoes and briny black olives. Oregano, chili, and olive oil give it the unmistakable flavor of southern Italy, while crusty bread turns every molten bite into the perfect scoop.

Prosciutto e Melone
This classic antipasto is all about contrast: juicy, chilled cantaloupe with silky ribbons of prosciutto. A touch of olive oil, mint, and black pepper sharpens the aromas while keeping the dish fresh, elegant, and effortlessly simple.

Fiori di Zucca Fritti
These Roman-style fried zucchini blossoms are feather-light and crackly outside, with a creamy ricotta filling inside. The blossoms stay delicate rather than heavy, and a squeeze of lemon brightens the richness just before serving.

Mortadella con Pistacchi e Crostini al Miele e Senape
These crostini pair delicate, pistachio-studded mortadella with a sweet-sharp honey mustard sauce and peppery rocket. The result is a fast, elegant antipasto with crisp bread, creamy folds of salume, and a nutty finish.