Vegetarian Cheese Board
My easy yet stunning Vegetarian Cheese Board is packed with high-quality cheeses, fresh fruits, and crunchy nuts. It’s a healthy, delicious, and oh-so-inviting appetizer that’s ready in just 15 minutes, a make-ahead party favorite that looks fancy but is secretly so simple to build.
Servings: 20
Calories: 258kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
Cheeses And Proteins
- 4 oz blue cheese
- 4 oz brie cheese
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 4 oz gouda cheese
- 4 oz parmesan cheese or sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 oz pepper jack cheese
- 8 oz extra firm tofu optional
Fruits
- ½ cup olives any kind you prefer
- ½ cup kiwi slices
- ⅓ cup dried papaya
- 1 cup grapes red or green or both!
- 1 cup strawberries
- 4 fresh figs, quartered optional
- ½ cup sliced apples optional
Veggies (Optional)
- 1 cup carrot sticks
- 1 cup cucumber slices
- 1 cup heirloom tomato slices
Nuts And Condiments
- 3 tbsp honey served in a bowl
- 3 tbsp hummus optional
- ½ cup roasted peanuts
- ½ cup roasted almonds
Grains
- 1 package whole wheat crackers
- ½ package rice crackers or other gluten-free crackers
Instructions
- Arrange a large platter on a table.
- Arrange the cheeses on the platter first, then add the fruits, followed by the veggies, nuts, condiments and crackers/grains.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Start with the larger items first, like small bowls or big wedges of cheese. I usually begin by placing three bowls on the board, one for honey, one for hummus, and one for olives, and build everything else around them. It’s like creating a little blueprint for the rest of the board, and it makes the whole process so much easier (and more fun)!
- I always let my cheeses come to room temperature before serving, especially soft cheeses, for the best flavor and texture. It makes such a difference!
- Set out all the items in bowls and let everyone create their own plates. It’s interactive, easy, and perfect for a group!
- For adults, I like to pair the board with wine, funky cheeses, and spicy elements like pickled peppers. It’s an easy yet impressive appetizer for any gathering.
- I keep it kid-friendly by adding mild cheeses, fun dips, and plenty of cut-up veggies. It’s a great way to sneak in more healthy produce while keeping it fun for them.
- I love making separate veggie, fruit, and cheese boards and serving them together. It creates a fun buffet-style setup with plenty of variety.
Nutrition
Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 482mg | Potassium: 275mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g