Ingredients
- Meats: Salami, Prosciutto, Pepperoni, Capicola or Soppressata
- Cheeses: Brie, Goat Cheese, Cheddar, Manchego or Gouda
- Fruits: Grapes, Apple slices, Strawberries, Figs, Pears, Pomegranate seeds
- Vegetables: Baby carrots, Cucumber slices, Cherry tomatoes
- Crackers/Breads: Thin crackers, Breadsticks
- Nuts: Almonds, Pistachios, Walnuts
- Extras: Honey, Mustard, Fruit preserves (e.g., fig jam)
Instructions
- Choose a small cup or jar for your charcuterie cup.
- Begin by layering the meats and cheeses, placing them in an appealing manner.
- Add crackers or small breadsticks, ensuring they don’t dominate the design.
- Fill the spaces with fruits and vegetables.
- Finish with a sprinkle of nuts and optional garnishes such as rosemary or thyme.
- For extra flair, drizzle honey or balsamic glaze and add decorative elements like fresh herbs or edible flowers.
Notes
For a visually stunning presentation, alternate textures and colors, and be mindful of balancing salty, sweet, crunchy, and creamy elements.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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