Balanced Charcuterie

A charcuterie board is one of our favorite no-cook family dinners. It’s simple to put together, everyone in the family can pitch in with assembly, and all 5 food groups can be represented effortlessly. Here are some mix-and-match options for each food group.

Protein: 

Hummus, cured meats, smoked salmon, and nuts bring filling protein to your board. We also love adding leftover meat or seafood like shrimp or thinly sliced steak.

Dairy:

Cheese.  Need we say more? Rich in calcium, and irresistible to even the pickiest diners.  From spreadable cheeses to sliceable cheeses, from soft-ripened cheeses to crumbly cheeses, dairy is a star of our boards.

Vegetables: 

We love including a rainbow of healthy vegetables. Fresh sliced peppers or roasted red peppers from a jar. Fresh cucumbers or jarred pickles. Crunchy radishes, carrots, snap peas, or celery. Belgian endive is a fun item to include because kids can fill them like a boat! And leftover vegetables like green beans also make an easy addition.

Fruit:

Sweet fruits like grapes, berries, apples, peaches, cantaloupe, pomegranates, kiwi, dates, figs, or persimmons pair perfectly with the savory ingredients on your board. There are also non-sweet options like creamy avocados and briny olives which both deliver healthy fats. And who can forget the tomato – fruit or vegetable, we love adding them to our boards.

Grains and Starches:

Bread, crackers, and chips are easy grains and starches to add to your board. We also love adding thick, hearty slices of leftover baked sweet potato for a more nutrient dense option.

Bon appetit!