Flower Charcuterie Board
A visually stunning charcuterie board that showcases a colorful mix of sweet and savory ingredients, perfect for parties or gatherings.
Ingredients
Meats
- 8 slices Deli ham Choose pliable ham for easy rolling.
- 8 slices Deli salami For color contrast and texture.
Cheeses
- 8 slices Provolone cheese slices Can substitute with Monterey Jack or aged cheddar.
- 1 cup Mozzarella pearls For creamy pops on the board.
Fruits and Vegetables
- 1 cup Blueberries Choose firm, evenly sized berries.
- 1 cup Red grapes An alternative for juiciness.
- 1 medium Cucumber slices For cooling crunch.
- 1 cup Strawberry slices Thinly sliced for flower elements.
- 2 slices Lemon slices Use for decoration and brightness.
- 2 slices Blood orange slices Add for color and flavor.
Nuts and Others
- 1 cup Pistachios Roasted for crunch.
- 1 cup Cashews For additional crunch.
- 2 tablespoons Honey Drizzle over for sweetness.
- 8 leaves Fresh sage For decoration and aroma.
Instructions
Preparation of Skewers and Roses
- Make the blueberry skewers by threading 4-5 blueberries onto toothpicks.
- For ham and salami roses, stack 4-6 slices of ham around the rim of a small cup, press gently, and invert onto the board.
- For fruit and cheese roses, thinly slice strawberries, cucumber, and provolone, layer them in a cup, and invert.
Assembly
- Assemble the board starting with the largest floral elements.
- Fill gaps with grapes, mozzarella pearls, and nuts.
- Tuck in fresh sage and lemon slices, and drizzle honey over as desired.
Notes
Serve cold or at room temperature. Keep meats and cheeses chilled until 5-10 minutes before serving. Use odd-numbered clusters for natural groupings.