Fresh Summer Fruit and Cheese Grazing Board
A vibrant and easy-to-assemble grazing board featuring fresh summer fruits, a variety of cheeses, nuts, and accents, perfect for casual entertaining and warm evenings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Watermelon slices
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Ripe peaches or nectarines, sliced
- Green grapes
- Soft goat cheese (creamy, spreadable varieties)
- Aged cheddar (sharp and crumbly)
- Brie or camembert
- Manchego or gouda (optional)
- Candied pecans or toasted almonds
- Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme sprigs
- Olives
- Slices of prosciutto (optional)
- Crackers or sliced baguette rounds (whole grain or gluten-free)
- Honey or balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Wash and dry all fresh fruit thoroughly (about 10 minutes).
- Slice larger fruits: cut watermelon into bite-sized wedges, peaches or nectarines into thin slices, and hull strawberries (about 10 minutes).
- Remove brie or camembert from the fridge 15 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Cut cheddar and manchego into small chunks or slices for easy grabbing (5 minutes).
- Toast almonds or prepare candied pecans if making them fresh (about 10 minutes if homemade). Place fresh herbs, olives, or prosciutto in small piles or bowls.
- Place cheeses spaced evenly on the board. Fan out fruit slices around the cheese, balancing colors and shapes. Fill gaps with nuts, herbs, and crackers (10-15 minutes).
- Drizzle honey or balsamic glaze over the cheese and fruit. Place small bowls of honey or jams nearby for extra dipping options.
- Serve at room temperature and enjoy.
Notes
Keep fruit dry to avoid soggy crackers. Let cheeses sit at room temperature 15 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture. Slice fruit just before assembling to prevent bleeding and mushiness. Customize with seasonal fruits and preferred cheeses. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based cheeses and add more nuts or dried fruits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 to
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
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