We love to graze, right?? Try this low-carb charcuterie board that is colorful, delicious and oh so easy to assemble. Graze away folks!
Charcuterie Made Simple
Charcuteries are easy, make-ahead appetizers for any party. With a variety of items, everyone can find something they love to enjoy on the board. Make it colorful with items you love. Get creative! Photos below are from several I have made. I keep it low-carb with items I choose. Start grazing and sharing.
Equipment
- 2 Wooden Cutting Boards End to end to make one extra long board
- Sharp knife
- Cheese Knives
- Small Serving Forks and Spoons
- Small bowls
Ingredients
- 1 Bunch of Grapes I usually place this in center to add height. Any kind works.
- 3-4 Cheeses A nice wedge of cheddar, a tangy cheese such as a blue, and a soft cheese like Boursin. You can include a small wheel of Brie or a log of goat cheese. Think of different shapes.
- 2 Types of Crackers I like to add low-carb options like Whole Foods Seeded Crisps or Norwegian Crispbread at Trader Joe's. Look for different textures.
- ½ Toasted baguette Cut super thin and top with a drizzle of olive oil.
- 3 Cured Meats I prefer Italian meats such as salami , pancetta, and prosciutto.
- 3 Dried Fruits I like figs, dates, dried cherries, and raisins.
- 3 Fresh Fruits I like apple wedges, berries, oranges, and kiwis
- 3 Nuts I like Marcona almonds, roasted pistachios, and walnuts. Any mixture will work.
- 1 Tbsp Agave Nectar or Honey
- ½ Cup Olives and / or Cornichon Pickles Any pickle you like.
- Balsamic Vinegar or syrup
- ½ Cup Pesto
- ½ Cup Hummus
- ½ Cup All Fruit Strawberry Preserves Or your favorite jam.
- 2 Tsps Lemon Juice
- ½ Cup Chocolate Covered Nuts Optional but everyone loves a little chocolate! Skinny Dipped brand is low in carbs
- 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil EVOO
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients / tools to assemble boards.
- Center grapes in the middle of the boards.
- Place cheeses near 3 corners like anchors. For added taste and color, top each cheese with either 1) a balsamic drizzle, 2) jam mixed with lemon juice or 3)nuts with a drizzle of Agave. This last one is yummy on brie.
- Add cured meats near cheeses. Roll into logs with or without cheese, or fold into triangles to give texture and height.
- Fan crackers and toasts near the sides.
- Spoon hummus and pesto into 2 small bowls and place on boards.
- The fun part is getting creative by sprinkling any or all of the remaining ingredients. There is no right or wrong here folks. The deli/specialty areas of your grocer will have even more ideas to add.
- The crazy part for me is trying to fit everything I want on the boards! It's okay to crowd and layer ingredients. This really adds interesting flavors together. Drizzle with EVOO before serving. Graze away!
