Create an irresistible holiday-themed charcuterie board with a colorful array of deli meats cheeses fruits nuts olives and crackers. Perfect for festive gatherings and easy to assemble with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation.
Author:Eleanor Royal
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:Serves 6 to 8 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:No-Cook
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
Scale
3 types of deli meats (e.g. salami prosciutto turkey)
2 varieties of cheese (e.g. aged cheddar brie)
1 cup assorted seasonal fruits (e.g. cranberries grapes sliced apples)
1/2 cup mixed nuts (e.g. almonds walnuts)
1/4 cup olives
1/2 cup crackers or breadsticks
Fresh herbs for garnish (e.g. rosemary thyme)
Instructions
Prepare the Board: Start by selecting a large wooden board or platter. Arrange the meats in a circular pattern fanning them out for an appealing look.
Add Cheese: Place the cheese in different sections of the board ensuring a mix of textures and flavors.
Incorporate Fruits: Scatter the seasonal fruits around the board filling in gaps and adding pops of color.
Include Nuts and Olives: Add small bowls of mixed nuts and olives for easy snacking.
Finish with Crackers: Arrange crackers or breadsticks at the edges of the board for a crunchy element.
Garnish: Use fresh herbs to fill in any empty spaces and enhance the visual appeal.
Notes
Use a variety of colorful fruits and nuts to create visual interest
Feel free to swap in your favorite deli meats or cheeses based on availability