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How to make a Simple Charcuterie Board

How to Make a Simple Charcuterie Board

Learn how to make a simple charcuterie board in 15 minutes with a variety of cheeses, meats, and fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: International
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Cheeses
  • 8 oz Brie
  • 8 oz Gouda
  • 8 oz Unexpected Cheddar
Meats
  • 6 oz Prosciutto
Fruits & Veggies
  • 1 cup Fresh fruit assorted e.g., grapes, strawberries
  • 1 cup Dried fruit assorted e.g., raisins, dried cranberries
  • 1 cup Veggies assorted e.g., carrots, cucumbers
Others
  • 1 cup Nuts assorted e.g., almonds, pecans
  • 1 cup Olives assorted
  • 1 cup Crackers assorted e.g., pita chips, saltines
  • 1 cup Hummus

Equipment

  • Cheese knife
  • Serving board
  • Small ramekins

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cutting up all the cheese into bite-sized pieces. For the brie, place the wedge on the board and include a cheese knife for guests to slice off their own.
  2. Add the meat, such as prosciutto, salami, or turkey, according to preference.
  3. Include light sides like olives, veggies, and hummus in small ramekins to keep them contained.
  4. Add fresh and dried fruit such as grapes, raspberries, strawberries, raisins, dried cranberries, and dried apricots for color.
  5. Incorporate crackers like raisin rosemary crisps and multigrain pita chips, as well as other options like pretzel chips, Ritz crackers, or saltines.
  6. Fill the gaps with small items such as nuts, including almonds, candied pecans, and pistachios.
  7. Arrange the board in an appetizing and presentable manner, featuring a variety of options for guests.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boardCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your taste preferences. The beauty of a charcuterie board lies in its versatility and personal touch.

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