Pin it A vibrant, tropical-inspired grazing board featuring an array of fresh fruits, cheeses, charcuterie, and playful pink accents — perfect for summer parties or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g creamy brie cheese, sliced, 150 g goat cheese log, sliced, 100 g aged cheddar, cubed
- Charcuterie & Protein: 100 g prosciutto, folded, 100 g salami, rolled, 100 g smoked turkey breast, sliced
- Fruits: 1 cup pink dragon fruit, cubed, 1 cup strawberries, halved, 1 cup watermelon, cut into flamingo shapes (use cookie cutter, optional), 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Accompaniments: 1/2 cup candied pecans, 1/2 cup pistachios, shelled, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup pink grapefruit segments
- Crackers & Breads: 1 cup water crackers, 1 cup mini brioche toasts
- Garnish & Extras: Edible flowers (e.g., nasturtiums, violas), Fresh mint leaves, Flamingo-themed cocktail picks (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses evenly around a large serving board.
- Step 2:
- Artfully fold and place the charcuterie in clusters between the cheese selections.
- Step 3:
- Distribute the fresh and dried fruits in vibrant, colorful sections across the board.
- Step 4:
- Add nuts and candied pecans in small mounds throughout.
- Step 5:
- Place crackers and brioche toasts in stacks or fanned arrangements.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a tropical touch.
- Step 7:
- Insert flamingo-themed picks into select fruit pieces for a playful presentation.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, ensuring all items are easily accessible for guests.
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Pin it Recipe FAQs
- → How can I make this board vegetarian-friendly?
Simply omit the charcuterie and increase the variety of cheeses or add hummus and roasted vegetables for extra flavor and texture.
- → What fruits work best for this tropical-inspired board?
Fruits like pink dragon fruit, strawberries, watermelon cut into shapes, fresh raspberries, and pomegranate seeds create vibrant, refreshing accents.
- → Are there any suggestions for garnishes?
Edible flowers such as nasturtiums and violas, along with fresh mint leaves, add a fresh and decorative touch to the board.
- → What pairs well with this grazing board?
Light drinks like chilled rosé, sparkling water, or tropical punch complement the fresh and savory flavors well.
- → How should I arrange the ingredients for best presentation?
Distribute cheeses evenly across the board, cluster charcuterie between cheese sections, place fruits in colorful sections, and add nuts and crackers to fill gaps. Garnish last for visual appeal.
- → Can I customize the nuts and dried fruit?
Yes, feel free to swap nuts or dried fruits based on seasonal availability or personal preference for varied textures and tastes.