These low carb 4-ingredient salami ellington bites are the sort of old-school party snack that feels right at home on a card table at a block party, church supper, or football gathering. Though the name sounds fancy, the method is wonderfully simple: little bites of salami filled with cream cheese and topped with provolone, baked until the edges crisp and the tops turn golden and bubbly. It is the kind of thrifty, clever recipe home cooks have been making for decades, long before anyone started calling food low carb.
Serve these bites warm right from the foil pan with a little dish of mustard, a few pickle spears, or a crisp celery and cucumber platter to balance the richness. They also fit nicely alongside deviled eggs, marinated olives, or a simple tossed salad if you are setting out a snack spread, and they pair especially well with iced tea, lemonade, or a cold sparkling water.
Low Carb 4-Ingredient Salami Ellington Bites
Servings: 8
Ingredients
24 slices salami
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
6 slices provolone cheese, cut into 4 squares each
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a foil pan or baking sheet with parchment if you like easier cleanup.
2. Arrange the salami slices in the pan, then place about 1 teaspoon of softened cream cheese in the center of each slice.
3. Top each with a square of provolone and sprinkle the Italian seasoning evenly over the pan.
4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the salami edges are lightly crisped.
5. Let the bites cool for 2 to 3 minutes so the cheese sets just a touch, then serve warm.
Variations & Tips
Peppery Version: Use pepper salami in place of regular salami for a little extra zip. It gives the bites a deeper flavor without changing the easy method.
Cheese Swap: Mozzarella or Swiss can stand in for provolone if that is what you have in the refrigerator. Provolone melts a little richer, but either option makes a fine snack tray bite.
Crispier Edges: If you like a firmer, crispier bite, bake them a minute or two longer and watch closely so the cheese does not overbrown. Letting them rest briefly in the pan also helps them lift out more neatly.
Make-Ahead Tip: You can assemble the bites a few hours ahead, cover the pan, and refrigerate it until baking time. That makes this recipe especially handy for parties, game days, and holiday nibbling tables.