Charcuterie Board Solo Delight (Printable)

Minimalist charcuterie with cured meats, cheeses, nuts, and fruits, perfect for a quick, elegant snack for one.

# Components:

→ Meats

01 - 2 slices prosciutto
02 - 2 slices soppressata or salami

→ Cheese

03 - 1 oz aged cheddar or brie
04 - 1 oz soft goat cheese or blue cheese

→ Accompaniments

05 - 1 small handful seedless grapes or 5–6 fresh berries
06 - 1 tablespoon mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
07 - 2–3 cornichons or baby gherkins
08 - 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
09 - 3–4 small crackers or sliced baguette (use gluten-free if desired)

# Directions:

01 - Select a small slate coaster or appetizer plate as the serving surface.
02 - Place the cured meats in gentle folds or rolls on one side of the plate.
03 - Position the cheeses adjacent to the meats, keeping them separated for visual contrast.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with grapes or berries, sprinkle mixed nuts, and arrange cornichons.
05 - Add a small dollop of whole grain mustard on the plate as a condiment.
06 - Neatly stack the crackers or baguette slices in the leftover area of the plate.
07 - Balance colors and shapes across the arrangement for an elegant, harmonious appearance. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes just 10 minutes but feels like you've done something special for yourself—because you have.
  • You get to be a curator, choosing exactly what speaks to you without compromise or committee.
  • It's naturally gluten-free if you choose, and works perfectly with whatever premium ingredients you have waiting in your kitchen.
02 -
  • Let your cheese come to room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving. Cold cheese tastes muted; warm cheese sings with flavor. This one change will transform the entire experience.
  • The order matters more than you'd think—taste the sweet elements first, then the salty meats, then finish with something acidic. It resets your palate and makes each bite feel new again.
03 -
  • Buy your meats and cheeses from a proper counter if you can, where they'll slice or cut things fresh to order. The difference in flavor and texture is profound.
  • Keep a small piece of parchment paper under your cured meats—it prevents them from sticking to the plate and makes everything look more intentional, more like a proper charcuterie board.
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