Flavour and Lightness at Lunchtime: 5 Ideas with Golfera Cold Cuts

Even when time is short, a quick lunch break can still be a small daily pleasure: light, balanced and flavourful. With just a few ingredients and a touch of creativity, it’s easy to prepare quick dishes that give you the energy you need to get through your working day.

From wraps to colourful salads, gourmet sandwiches to toast ideas — here are five creative suggestions by Golfera that combine balance, convenience and taste.

Protein-packed and colourful salads with Bresì Beed speciality

A salad can be much more than just a side dish: with the right ingredients, it becomes a complete, nutritious and flavourful main meal. Golfera’s Bresì beef salami, with its full yet delicate flavour, high protein content (25%) and only 3% fat, is the ideal choice for those looking for low-fat lunch ideas. Here are a few delicious combinations to bring new, colourful dishes to the table.

Autumn salad with radicchio and pear. A mix of seasonal colours and flavours: red radicchio, thinly sliced pears, toasted walnuts and Grana Padano shavings. Finish with strips of Bresì beef speciality and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. A perfect combination of sweetness, crunchiness and bold flavour!
Warm grain salad with pumpkin and pulses. Ideal for a more filling lunch: boiled barley or spelt, roasted pumpkin cubes, crispy chickpeas and fresh baby spinach. Add Bresì beef salami and dress with extra virgin olive oil, mustard and lemon juice. A complete dish rich in fibre and proteins — perfect for the colder season.

Bresì Turkey salami and tasty toast ideas for your break

Toast lovers know it: they’re the perfect option for a lunch in the office that’s quick yet flavourful. With Golfera’s Bresì Turkey Bresì Turkey (opens in a new tab) salami — lightly smoked, high in protein (25%), only 3% fat and 30% less sodium than the average salami (CREA 2019) — just a few ingredients are enough to create endless variations.

Avocado and pomegranate toast. A winter twist on the classic avocado toast: toasted wholemeal bread, avocado cream, thin slices of Bresì Turkey salami and pomegranate seeds. A boost of energy and antioxidants — perfect for chilly days!
Winter toast. Lightly toasted multigrain bread, Bresì Turkey salami, sundried tomatoes, fresh baby spinach and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. For an extra touch, add parmesan shavings or a light ricotta cream. The perfect balance of flavour and lightness.
Roasted vegetable toast with Greek yoghurt. Try seasonal vegetables like roasted pumpkin, carrots or cauliflower. Spread a thin layer of natural Greek yoghurt on toasted bread, then add Bresì Turkey salami and warm vegetables. The contrast between the creamy yoghurt, smoky flavour of the cold cut and natural sweetness of the vegetables is irresistible.

Gourmet yet light sandwiches with Golfetta

Even a simple sandwich can turn a quick lunch break into a moment of true pleasure — especially when it combines taste and lightness. With Golfetta by Golfera Golfetta by Golfera (opens in a new tab), a cold cut with 60% less fat and 40% less sodium than a Milano Salami (source: CREA 2019), it’s easy to create delicious meals without compromising balance. Made from selected lean Italian meats, gluten-free and dairy-free, Golfetta is the ideal choice for those who want a gourmet yet light lunch, even on the busiest days. Here are a few ideas to try:

Rustic sandwich with Golfetta and roasted vegetables. Choose multigrain or wholemeal bread and fill it with slices of Golfetta, roasted pumpkin and carrots, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a few rosemary leaves. An autumn-inspired sandwich rich in colour and flavour!
Winter Mediterranean sandwich with rocket and confit tomatoes. A timeless classic revisited: Golfetta, rocket, confit tomatoes and Parmigiano Reggiano shavings on rye bread or warm ciabatta. A balanced mix of sweetness and savouriness, also delicious lightly toasted!
Sandwich with soft cheese and walnuts. Spread a thin layer of fresh cheese on wholemeal or spelt bread, add Golfetta and a few chopped walnuts. A simple yet elegant idea, perfect for a light lunch or a break during colder days.

Frittata with Bracerì: a snack ready in minutes

When you’re short on time but don’t want to give up flavour, a frittata with Golfera’s Bracerì is the ideal solution. Its chargrilled perfume and herb notes elevate even the simplest recipe. Made with fresh pork legs, gluten-free and dairy-free, Bracerì is a high-quality cooked ham with a pleasantly spiced, rounded taste

Try this idea for your lunch break:

Cut Bracerì into cubes and brown it for a couple of minutes in a pan.
Add fresh baby spinach or sliced courgettes.
Pour beaten eggs with a pinch of pepper into the pan and cook gently until you get a soft, golden frittata.

For an extra touch, enrich it with parmesan shavings or chopped sundried tomatoes: the combination of the sweetness of the egg and the smoky flavour of Bracerì makes it truly delicious.

Wraps with Dolcemagro: low fat, full flavour

When you want a lunch that’s light yet flavourful, wraps with Golfera’s Dolcemagro Dolcemagro (opens in a new tab) are the perfect choice. Made with lean pork cuts and containing 50% less fat than the average salami (source: CREA 2019), Dolcemagro offers full taste with lightness in three varieties: Traditional, Spicy and Truffle.

Here are some autumn wrap ideas:

Rustic wrap with Traditional Dolcemagro and roasted vegetables. Spread pumpkin cream or chickpea hummus on the tortilla, add Traditional Dolcemagro, radicchio or baby spinach and seasonal roasted vegetables (such as carrots or cauliflower).
Gourmet wrap with Truffle Dolcemagro and autumn pears. A refined match: Truffle Dolcemagro, Grana Padano shavings, slices of ripe pear and a touch of honey. A combination of sweetness and aromatic depth — elegant yet light.
Wrap with Spicy Dolcemagro and cabbage. For those who enjoy contrast: Spicy Dolcemagro, Greek yoghurt, marinated red cabbage and a few rocket leaves. A vibrant, colourful and flavourful idea — perfect for boosting energy even on grey days.

All variations take just minutes to prepare and are perfect to bring to the office or enjoy while travelling. Dolcemagro wraps combine lightness, convenience and authentic flavour — ideal for a balanced and satisfying winter break.