Butterfly Summer Grazing Board (Printable Version)

A colorful board with fresh fruits, cheeses, charcuterie, and edible flowers in butterfly shapes.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz brie, sliced
02 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled
03 - 3.5 oz cheddar, cubed
04 - 3.5 oz gouda, sliced

→ Charcuterie

05 - 2.6 oz prosciutto, folded
06 - 2.6 oz salami, rolled

→ Fresh Fruits

07 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
08 - 1 cup blueberries
09 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
10 - 1 cup pineapple pieces, cut into butterfly shapes
11 - 1 kiwi, sliced

→ Vegetables

12 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced into rounds
13 - 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
14 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips

→ Crackers & Bread

15 - 1 cup assorted crackers
16 - 1 baguette, sliced

→ Garnishes

17 - ¼ cup edible flowers (such as pansies, violets, nasturtiums)
18 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
19 - Honey or fruit preserves, for serving

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Position the sliced and cubed cheeses centrally on a large serving board to form the butterfly’s body.
02 - Neatly fan out fresh fruits, vegetables, and charcuterie on both sides of the cheeses, creating symmetrical butterfly wings.
03 - Use a butterfly-shaped cutter to shape pineapple pieces and place them artistically on the wings for visual interest.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with assorted crackers, sliced baguette, and rolled charcuterie to complete the design.
05 - Decorate the board with edible flowers and sprinkle fresh mint leaves across for a summery appeal.
06 - Present with a small bowl of honey or fruit preserves alongside for dipping or spreading.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Fresh and colorful ingredients
  • Perfectly arranged for summer entertaining
02 -
  • For a vegan board use plant-based cheeses and omit charcuterie
  • Pair with a crisp rosé sparkling wine or iced herbal tea
03 -
  • Add nuts or dried fruit for extra texture
  • Use any combination of seasonal fruits and vegetables
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