These low carb 4-ingredient salami Beaumont bites are the kind of retro party snack that never goes out of style. They feel like something straight off a handwritten neighborhood recipe card, and it is easy to see why they kept making the rounds long before anyone called food “low carb.” With just a few simple ingredients, they bake up warm, savory, crisp around the edges, and always disappear fast, which makes them perfect for game day, holiday trays, or those nights when you need an easy appetizer without a grocery run.
Serve these bites warm with a simple antipasto spread, a crunchy salad, or a platter of raw vegetables and dip to keep things light. They also pair well with marinated olives, roasted peppers, pickles, or a bowl of soup if you want to turn them into a cozy lunch plate. For parties, I like to set them out with toothpicks and a little dish of warm marinara or spicy mustard on the side.
Low Carb 4-Ingredient Salami Beaumont Bites
Servings: 8
Ingredients
24 slices salami
24 small cubes provolone cheese
24 jarred pepperoncini slices or small pieces
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a mini muffin pan or line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Press one slice of salami into each muffin cup to form a little shell, or lay the slices flat on the parchment-lined baking sheet if you prefer a more rustic shape.
3. Add one cube of provolone to each salami cup, then top with a piece of pepperoncini and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan.
4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the salami edges are slightly crisp.
5. Let the bites cool for 2 to 3 minutes, then remove them from the pan, transfer to a platter, and serve warm with toothpicks if desired.
Variations & Tips
Spicy version: Use hot salami and add a tiny slice of pickled jalapeño along with the pepperoncini for a little extra kick without changing the easy formula.
Different cheese: Mozzarella or fontina both work nicely if provolone is what you are out of. Just use a firm cheese that melts well and can be cut into small cubes.
Make-ahead tip: Assemble the bites a few hours ahead and refrigerate the pan until you are ready to bake. That makes these especially handy for busy holidays or when guests are already on the way.
Crispness tip: If your salami is extra thin, check the bites at the 7-minute mark so the edges get crisp but not too dark. A slightly thicker sliced salami gives the best balance of chewy and crisp.
Skewer appetizer idea: If you do not have a mini muffin pan, stack a folded salami slice, cheese cube, and pepperoncini piece on small skewers, then bake them on parchment for an easy variation with a more rustic look.