American Flag Charcuterie Board
Create a vibrant American Flag charcuterie board, perfect for summer celebrations that brings people together with a variety of cheeses, meats, and fresh fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Assorted Cheeses: sharp cheddar, creamy mozzarella, gouda
- Charcuterie Meats: salami, prosciutto, pepperoni
- Crackers: whole grain or artisan
- Fresh Fruits: grapes, strawberries, blueberries
- Dips or Hummus: your choice
- Nuts (optional): almonds or walnuts
- Vegetables: cherry tomatoes and cucumbers
Instructions
- Choose Your Board: Select a large wooden or marble board.
- Create the Base Layer: Arrange your cheeses starting with cheddar on the left side.
- Layer in the Meats: Place the prosciutto and pepperoni next to the cheddar.
- Add the “Stars”: Use a cluster of blueberries in the upper left corner.
- Finish the Stripes: Use mozzarella and gouda next, cut into triangles.
- Fill in the Gaps: Scatter grapes, strawberries, and cherry tomatoes across the board.
- Add Your Crackers: Line the crackers along the bottom or sides.
- Place your dips in small bowls around the board.
- Sprinkle nuts in any open spaces for added crunch.
- Step Back and Admire: Ensure everything looks great before serving!
Notes
Let cheese rest at room temperature before serving for maximum flavor. Customize as desired!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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