A vibrant tropical-inspired board featuring fresh fruits, cheeses, nuts & charcuterie for easy, elegant entertaining.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz creamy brie cheese, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz goat cheese log, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
→ Charcuterie & Protein
04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 3.5 oz salami, rolled
06 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast, sliced
→ Fruits
07 - 1 cup pink dragon fruit, cubed
08 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
09 - 1 cup watermelon, cut into flamingo shapes (optional)
10 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
11 - 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
→ Accompaniments
12 - 0.5 cup candied pecans
13 - 0.5 cup shelled pistachios
14 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
15 - 0.5 cup pink grapefruit segments
→ Crackers & Breads
16 - 1 cup water crackers
17 - 1 cup mini brioche toasts
→ Garnish & Extras
18 - Edible flowers (e.g., nasturtiums, violas)
19 - Fresh mint leaves
20 - Flamingo-themed cocktail picks (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Evenly position the sliced and cubed cheeses around a large serving board.
02 - Artfully fold and cluster the prosciutto, salami, and smoked turkey breast between the cheese selections.
03 - Distribute fresh and dried fruits in vibrant, colorful sections across the board for visual appeal.
04 - Place candied pecans and shelled pistachios in small mounds throughout the arrangement.
05 - Set water crackers and mini brioche toasts in stacks or fanned designs for easy access.
06 - Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves to enhance the tropical theme.
07 - Insert flamingo-themed cocktail picks into select fruit pieces for a playful finishing touch.
08 - Present immediately ensuring all items are accessible for guests to enjoy.