The pasta salad with bresaola, arugula, and cherry tomatoes is a light, summery, and tasty cold pasta salad.
Quick: the only thing to cook is the pasta, the rest is added raw!
Parmesan goes divinely, you might reduce the amount of bresaola and add some extra shavings.
Bresaola
Bresaola is a lean cured meat made from salted and aged beef, rich in protein and low in fat. Due to its nutritional values, it stands out from most cured meats and is often recommended in low-calorie diets.
Arugula
Arugula can be wild or cultivated. We prefer the latter with smaller, tenderer leaves and a less pungent taste.
Parmesan
Parmesan is a semi-fat and aged cheese, its fat content is mainly represented by unsaturated fats, i.e., so-called good fats. It is highly digestible and naturally lactose-free.
The cherry tomatoes make it even more colorful and fresh.
The pasta salad with bresaola, arugula, and cherry tomatoes is a one-dish meal as it concentrates the characteristics that distinguish a balanced meal in a single course.
Light and perfect for summer.
Ideal for family meals, to-go, or at work.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 6 oz whole wheat fusilli
- 1 drizzle extra virgin olive oil (raw)
- to taste lemon juice
- 1 pinch mixed peppercorns (with grinder)
- bresaola (amount according to dietary plan)
- to taste cherry tomatoes
- to taste arugula
- to taste Parmesan cheese (shaved)
Suggested Tools
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Salad Bowl with lid
Preparation
Cook the pasta until al dente, rinse it thoroughly under running water to cool it, and let it drain well.
Place the pasta in a large bowl or salad bowl.
Drizzle with raw olive oil and lemon juice in roughly equal parts, grind the pepper, and mix.Separate the bresaola slices and cut them into pieces.
Thoroughly wash the tomatoes.
Cut and remove the stem part if you deem it necessary.
Cut each berry vertically into halves or quarters.Add to the pasta:
– bresaola;
– cherry tomatoes;
and mix.Wash the arugula, drain it, and dry it with paper towels.
Distribute the arugula.
If possible, add it just before serving to keep it crisp.
If preparing the pasta in advance – for example, for a packed lunch – it will still be fine: it will just be a little less crunchy.Plate up.
Grind some more pepper.Your pasta salad with bresaola, arugula, and cherry tomatoes is ready.
Enjoy your meal!
And the Parmesan?
It goes divinely, feel free to add some shavings.
Storage, Tips, and Variations
Use whole wheat pasta to increase fiber content.
If possible, add the arugula just before serving to keep it crisp.
If preparing the pasta in advance – for example, for a packed lunch – it will still be fine: it will just be a little less crunchy.
The cold pasta can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 day, at most 2.
It’s perfect to take out, in a thermal container or cooler bag.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Prediabetes, Cured Meats, and Cheeses
Cured meats should be eaten in moderation, favoring lean and low-fat options like bresaola.
Cheeses should be consumed no more than twice a week, in small amounts, preferring fresh cheeses over aged ones.Can I substitute arugula?
If you don’t like arugula, you can replace it with other leafy greens or mixed salad:
– baby lettuce;
– lamb’s lettuce or corn salad;
– baby spinach.Can I prepare it in advance?
You can prepare it the night before for lunch the next day, even to take out.
