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How to Make the BEST Cheese Board (Charcuterie Board) with 6 variations! Here’s a simple party appetizer tray that you can make in less than 20 minutes. Learn everything you need to know to build an awesome charcuterie board, plus tips and tricks for low carb options.



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THE PERFECT PARTY APPETIZER/EASY SNACK RECIPE

Summer entertaining season is in full swing and there’s nothing better than serving up the perfect charcuterie and cheese board for your guests to enjoy.

Veggie platters and cheese boards are the best because they require no cooking and no baking so you don’t have to turn on your hot oven on those crazy humid days.





Having a variety is key when you’re feeding a crowd — that way there is something for everyone.

So are you ready to learn how to make that epic charcuterie board for your next party?

Awesome! Cheese boards are crazy easy and take just a few minutes to put together. Here, you’ll find 6 different Cheese Boards that you can assemble (with low carb and keto cheese boards) that are a sure way to impress your house-guests.



And if you’re looking for more ideas, we’ve already got a few popular snack boards on our site that you can check out here:

Low Carb Cheese Platters – 2 Ways

How to Build a Brunch Board

Holiday Cheese Board

How to Build the Perfect Fall Cheese Board

HOW TO ASSEMBLE A CHARCUTERIE BOARD:

CHEESE BOARD INGREDIENTS:

1. THE CHEESE BOARD:

There are lots of items you can use as your cheese board:

2. CHEESE

Cheese is and should be the star of any amazing cheese board so be sure to pick up some good quality cheeses.

Pick a variety of about 3-5 cheeses depending on how large your board is.

Soft

crumbly

semi-soft

semi-hard cheese

hard cheese

It’s a good idea to arrange the cheeses first on your cheese board and then start assembling the rest of the ingredients around then.

For these cheeseboards, we used:

Aged Cheddar

Brie – rich and creamy

Blue Cheese

Smoked Gouda – cut into cubes

Goat Cheese

Be sure to set the cheese out to come to room temp prior to serving.

3. WHAT TYPE OF CHARCUTERIE/MEATS SHOULD I USE FOR THE BEST CHEESEBOARD?

Use a variety of your favorite cured or deli meats with different textures.

Seafood (such as smoked salmon) makes a great option to add to give your guests more choices.

For the ultimate cheeseboard, here are some great options you can easily find:

Proscuitto

Salami / Sausage

Smoked Salmon

Beef Jerky

Pepperoni Sticks

Grilled Shrimp

4. CRUNCHY SNACKS/CRACKERS FOR THE BEST CHEESE BOARD:

I love using 2-3 different types of crackers. Some conventional square crackers to crunchy or long bread-sticks are some great breads to start off with.

Just lay them on the cheese board around the meet and wherever there are opening.

FOR LOW CARB / KETO -FRIENDLY – Leave out the crackers and use crispy cheese bites (Whisps) and pork rinds instead.

5. WHAT FRUITS & VEGGIES ARE BEST IN A CHARCUTERIE BOARD?

Adding fresh fruit and veggies not only adds a bright pop of color but they also add flavor and texture.

Use a variety of dried and fresh fruit you like or have on hand.

For these cheese boards:

Dried Apricots

Fresh Berries (Strawberry, Blackberry, Blueberry, Raspberry)

Broccoli – low carb

Cauliflower – low carb

Cucumbers – low carb

Cherries

Freeze-Dried Raspberries – low carb

Grapes

Olives – low carb

Radishes – low carb

Red Bell Peppers – low carb

Pineapple

Plaintain Chips

Tomatoes

Watermelon

Zucchini – low carb

6. NUTS AND OTHER EXTRAS/CONDIMENTS

Use your favorite nuts, sauces and spreads.

almonds – low carb

pecans – low carb

macadamia nuts – low carb

Pili nuts – low carb

honey

jam

7. USE UP EXTRA INGREDIENTS TO FULL UP THE SPACES

Fill up any opening spots with the remainder of ingredients of your choice. To add some fun pops of color, add fresh herbs or fresh flowers.

And there you have it!

You don’t HAVE to include all of the items we used in our cheeseboards.

Pick a few of your favorites or things you have in your pantry.

You can even create separate boards for various categories.

We have a low carb/ keto friendly version here as well:

Another keto-friendly version.

Just add some forks and knives and you’re good to go for.

Charcuterie and Cheese Boards are sure to make a statement for the next holiday gathering – Mother’s Day, Father’s Day brunch, Memorial Day, Canada Day, Fourth of July or a Labor day barbecue.