Pin It A playful, charcuterie-style board featuring an array of snacks, cheeses, fruits, and dips—perfect for a light, customizable meal or sharing with friends.
I first made a girl dinner platter for a friend night-in, letting everyone pick their favorites and pile them onto one board. It always sparks conversation and brings out everyone's snacking creativity!
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Ingredients
- Brie cheese: 60 g, sliced
- Sharp cheddar: 60 g, cubed
- Goat cheese: 60 g, crumbled
- Prosciutto (optional): 50 g
- Salami (optional): 50 g
- Cucumber: 1/2, sliced
- Small carrot: sliced into sticks
- Cherry tomatoes: 6, halved
- Marinated artichoke hearts: 1/4 cup
- Apple: 1/2, sliced
- Grapes: 1/2 cup
- Hummus: 1/4 cup
- Tzatziki: 1/4 cup
- Fig jam: 2 tbsp
- Mixed nuts: 1/2 cup
- Crackers: 1/2 cup (choose gluten-free if needed)
- Pita chips: 1/2 cup
- Fresh basil or mint leaves: for garnish (optional)
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Instructions
- Arrange platter:
- Place cheeses and optional meats spaced out on a large serving board.
- Add vegetables and fruits:
- Group cucumber, carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, apple slices, and grapes around cheeses.
- Set dips and spreads:
- Spoon hummus, tzatziki, and fig jam into small bowls. Nestle bowls on the platter.
- Snacks & crunch:
- Fill open spaces with mixed nuts, crackers, and pita chips.
- Garnish and serve:
- Top with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Pin It When my family gathers, we let everyone claim a corner of the platter to arrange their favorite snacks. The platter always disappears fast—especially the fig jam and goat cheese combo!
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Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, plus small bowls for dips and a couple knives for cutting and spreading.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy, tree nuts, and gluten (if using regular crackers and pita chips). Meats may contain nitrates. Always double-check packaging for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 450, Total Fat: 28 g, Carbohydrates: 36 g, Protein: 18 g
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Enjoy your snacking adventure—every bite can be different, and cleanup is easy since there are so few dishes!
Recipe FAQs
- → How can I make this platter vegan?
Replace dairy cheeses and dips with plant-based versions and omit meats for a fully vegan board.
- → What cheeses work best for variety?
Select both soft and firm cheeses like brie, cheddar, and goat or add your favorites for contrast in texture and taste.
- → How do I make it gluten-free?
Choose gluten-free crackers and pita chips, and verify all packaged dips and spreads before serving.
- → What dips can I include?
Hummus, tzatziki, fig jam, or your preferred spreads all pair well with cheeses and veggies on the board.
- → Are there good drink pairings?
Pair the platter with light white wine or sparkling water with citrus for a refreshing complement.
- → Can I add more vegetables or fruits?
Absolutely—try roasted veggies, olives, pickles, berries, or fresh seasonal fruits for extra flavor and color.
