Carpaccio di Manzo

Carpaccio di Manzo is a classic Italian dish featuring thinly sliced raw beef, drizzled with a zesty dressing and garnished with arugula and Parmesan. It's a refreshing and elegant low-carb option that's perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients

• Beef tenderloin - 200 grams
• Arugula - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Capers - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Place the beef tenderloin in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up for easier slicing.
2. Once firm, remove the beef from the freezer and thinly slice it against the grain using a sharp knife.
3. Arrange the beef slices on a large plate, slightly overlapping them.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the arranged beef slices.
6. Scatter the arugula over the beef and top with shaved Parmesan cheese.
7. Garnish with capers and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil, which can promote heart health.

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