Create a colorful board with cheeses, snacks, fruits, and dips for a playful, customizable light meal or sharing.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 2 oz brie cheese, sliced
02 - 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
03 - 2 oz goat cheese, crumbled
→ Meats (optional)
04 - 1.75 oz prosciutto
05 - 1.75 oz salami
→ Vegetables
06 - 1/2 medium cucumber, sliced
07 - 1 small carrot, cut into sticks
08 - 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1/4 cup marinated artichoke hearts
→ Fruits
10 - 1/2 medium apple, sliced
11 - 1/2 cup seedless grapes
→ Dips & Spreads
12 - 1/4 cup hummus
13 - 1/4 cup tzatziki
14 - 2 tbsp fig jam
→ Snacks & Crunch
15 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts
16 - 1/2 cup crackers (use gluten-free varieties as required)
17 - 1/2 cup pita chips
→ Garnish
18 - Fresh basil or mint leaves, optional
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Lay cheeses and optional meats on a large serving board, ensuring space between selections for presentation.
02 - Cluster sliced vegetables and fruits around the cheese for a visually balanced look.
03 - Transfer dips and spreads into small bowls and place them among the other ingredients for easy access.
04 - Scatter mixed nuts, crackers, and pita chips in unoccupied spaces to complete the arrangement.
05 - Add fresh basil or mint leaves as desired, and serve the platter immediately.
