Description
A vibrant, customizable, and meat-free brunch charcuterie board that combines artisanal cheeses, fresh fruits, and colorful spreads for a visually appealing and flavorful celebration. Perfect for outdoor gatherings, this easy-to-prepare spread is free of pork and alcohol, offering a fresh twist on classic brunch fare.
Ingredients
Artisanal Cheese Assortment (4 varieties: brie, cheddar, goat cheese, and gouda, 3-4 oz each)
Fresh Fruit (2 cups total: cherries, grapes, sliced figs, apple wedges)
Crackers (2 packages: whole wheat and seed crackers for texture)
Olives (1 small jar: mixed colors)
Jams/Preserves (4 small jars: strawberry, blackberry, spiced apricot)
Nuts (1 cup: pecans or walnuts)
Mini Veggies (2 cups: cherry tomatoes, cucumber rounds, bell pepper slices)
Instructions
Choose a large wooden board (4ft x 2ft recommended) or marble slab.
Lay out decorative borders like rope, lace, or cork for a refined look.
Cluster fruits around cheese selections to prevent tipping.
Place cheese containers as anchor points for stability.
Arrange fruits to form natural color transitions.
Position dips (jars of jam) near complementary items (e.g., figs).
Tease apart rosemary sprigs and distribute for fragrance.
Drizzle edible flowers over fruit clusters.
Arrange serving utensils diagonally to key visual areas.
Notes
Substitute olives with pickled vegetables if preferred.
Replace nuts with roasted seasonal vegetables (e.g., sweet bell peppers, zucchini) for nut-free option.
Cheese pairings can be customized based on availability and preference.
Use small bowls and jars to vary height and structure.
- Prep Time: 30
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg