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Classic Beef Carpaccio

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Classic Beef Carpaccio

Name: Classic Beef Carpaccio
Prep time: 11 min
Total time: 11 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 200 grams Beef Carpaccio Slices (Very thinly sliced, high-quality raw beef, typically tenderloin or eye of round); 1 cup Fresh Arugula (Packed); 8 pieces Cherry Tomatoes (Halved); 30 grams Parmesan Cheese (Shaved); 0.5 piece Lemon (For fresh juice); 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 0.25 teaspoon Sea Salt (To taste); 0.25 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper (To taste); 1 tablespoon Balsamic Glaze (Optional, for drizzling)

An elegant and refreshing beef carpaccio recipe that comes together quickly. This no-cook Italian appetizer features delicate, wafer-thin slices of beef topped with a vibrant salad of fresh arugula and halved cherry tomatoes, generously shaved Parmesan cheese, and a zesty dressing of fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Finished with a sprinkle of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, and an optional drizzle of balsamic glaze for a touch of sweetness and acidity, this dish is perfect for a sophisticated starter or a light, flavorful meal.

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#Beef

#Italian

#Appetizer

#No-cook

#Salad

#Healthy

#Quick Meal

#Gourmet

Finished Carpaccio with Toppings

Recipe Information

11m

Prep Time

Cook Time

11m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

25g

Protein

Carbs

25g

Fat

Angled View of Dressed Carpaccio

Ingredients

Beef Carpaccio Slices
(Very thinly sliced, high-quality raw beef, typically tenderloin or eye of round)
200 grams
Fresh Arugula
(Packed)
1 cup
Cherry Tomatoes
(Halved)
8 pieces
Parmesan Cheese
(Shaved)
30 grams
Lemon
(For fresh juice)
0.5 piece
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tablespoons
Sea Salt
(To taste)
0.3 teaspoon
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
(To taste)
0.3 teaspoon
Balsamic Glaze
(Optional, for drizzling)
1 tablespoon

Servings: 2

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Overhead Shot of Plated Carpaccio

Instructions

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Arrange the very thin beef carpaccio slices on a large serving plate, creating a single, slightly overlapping layer that covers the plate's surface.
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Arrange the very thin beef carpaccio slices on a large serving plate, creating a single, slightly overlapping layer that covers the plate's surface.
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For best results, make sure the beef is very cold and handled gently to maintain its delicate texture.
2
Place a generous handful of fresh arugula in the center of the arranged beef slices.
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Place a generous handful of fresh arugula in the center of the arranged beef slices.
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Ensure the arugula is washed and thoroughly dried to prevent watering down the dish.
3
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the arugula and across the beef carpaccio.
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Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the arugula and across the beef carpaccio.
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Use colorful cherry tomatoes for a more visually appealing dish.
4
Using a vegetable peeler or cheese shaver, generously shave fresh Parmesan cheese over the entire dish, ensuring some falls on the beef, arugula, and tomatoes.
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Using a vegetable peeler or cheese shaver, generously shave fresh Parmesan cheese over the entire dish, ensuring some falls on the beef, arugula, and tomatoes.
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Freshly shaved Parmesan tastes much better than pre-grated cheese.
5
Squeeze fresh lemon juice evenly over the entire carpaccio, adding a bright, acidic note.
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Squeeze fresh lemon juice evenly over the entire carpaccio, adding a bright, acidic note.
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Use a fresh lemon to get the most vibrant flavor.
6
Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the carpaccio.
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Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the carpaccio.
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A high-quality olive oil will significantly enhance the flavor of the dish.
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Season the dish lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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Season the dish lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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Seasoning should complement, not overpower, the delicate flavors of the beef.
8
For an additional layer of flavor and elegant presentation, drizzle balsamic glaze over the carpaccio (optional).
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For an additional layer of flavor and elegant presentation, drizzle balsamic glaze over the carpaccio (optional).
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A good quality balsamic glaze adds a lovely sweet and tangy contrast.

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Classic Beef Carpaccio

Recipe Information

Ingredients

Beef Carpaccio Slices(Very thinly sliced, high-quality raw beef, typically tenderloin or eye of round)

Fresh Arugula(Packed)

Cherry Tomatoes(Halved)

Parmesan Cheese(Shaved)

Lemon(For fresh juice)

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Sea Salt(To taste)

Freshly Ground Black Pepper(To taste)

Balsamic Glaze(Optional, for drizzling)

Servings: 2

Instructions

Place a generous handful of fresh arugula in the center of the arranged beef slices.Preview1mPreviewPlace a generous handful of fresh arugula in the center of the arranged beef slices.1m

Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the arugula and across the beef carpaccio.Preview2mPreviewScatter the halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the arugula and across the beef carpaccio.2m

Squeeze fresh lemon juice evenly over the entire carpaccio, adding a bright, acidic note.Preview1mPreviewSqueeze fresh lemon juice evenly over the entire carpaccio, adding a bright, acidic note.1m

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the carpaccio.Preview1mPreviewDrizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the carpaccio.1m

Season the dish lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.Preview1mPreviewSeason the dish lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.1m

For an additional layer of flavor and elegant presentation, drizzle balsamic glaze over the carpaccio (optional).Preview1mPreviewFor an additional layer of flavor and elegant presentation, drizzle balsamic glaze over the carpaccio (optional).1m

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Beef Carpaccio Slices
(Very thinly sliced, high-quality raw beef, typically tenderloin or eye of round)

Fresh Arugula
(Packed)

Cherry Tomatoes
(Halved)

Parmesan Cheese
(Shaved)

Lemon
(For fresh juice)

Sea Salt
(To taste)

Freshly Ground Black Pepper
(To taste)

Balsamic Glaze
(Optional, for drizzling)

Place a generous handful of fresh arugula in the center of the arranged beef slices.
Preview
1m
Preview
Place a generous handful of fresh arugula in the center of the arranged beef slices.
1m

Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the arugula and across the beef carpaccio.
Preview
2m
Preview
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the arugula and across the beef carpaccio.
2m

Squeeze fresh lemon juice evenly over the entire carpaccio, adding a bright, acidic note.
Preview
1m
Preview
Squeeze fresh lemon juice evenly over the entire carpaccio, adding a bright, acidic note.
1m

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the carpaccio.
Preview
1m
Preview
Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the carpaccio.
1m

Season the dish lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Preview
1m
Preview
Season the dish lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
1m

For an additional layer of flavor and elegant presentation, drizzle balsamic glaze over the carpaccio (optional).
Preview
1m
Preview
For an additional layer of flavor and elegant presentation, drizzle balsamic glaze over the carpaccio (optional).
1m