Vibrant Pride Charcuterie Extravaganza
Celebrate the spirit of Pride month with this dazzling Vibrant Pride Charcuterie Extravaganza! This visually stunning charcuterie board not only looks impressive but also offers a blend of flavors and textures that will delight your guests. Use this recipe as a jumping-off point to customize your own unique board filled with colorful ingredients that reflect love and inclusivity. The process is meant to be playful and creative, letting you mix and match items based on color and preference.
25
Servings
N/A
Calories
33
Ingredients
Ingredients
Salami
1/2 lb (sliced)
Prosciutto
1/2 lb (sliced)
Cured chorizo sausage
1/2 lb (sliced)
Sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup (chopped)
Tomato bruschetta topping
1/2 cup (prepared)
Roasted red pepper dip
1/2 cup (prepared)
Smoked gouda cheese
1 wedge (cut into slices)
Cheddar cheese
4 oz (sliced)
Muenster cheese
4 oz (sliced)
Dried apricots
1/2 cup (whole)
Mini orange bell peppers
1/2 cup (sliced)
Roasted red pepper hummus
1/2 cup (prepared)
Rainier cherries
1 cup (whole)
Chili Marcona almonds
1/2 cup (whole)
Honey spicy mustard
1/4 cup (prepared)
Yellow baby carrots
1/2 cup (whole)
Mini yellow bell peppers
1/2 cup (sliced)
Crackers
1 cup (assorted)
Pimento cheese
1/2 cup (prepared)
White cheddar cheese
1 wedge (cut into slices)
Breadsticks
4 oz (whole)
Green grapes
8 oz (whole)
Green olives
1/2 cup (whole)
Irish cheddar cheese
1 wedge (cut into slices)
Herbed goat cheese
4 oz (formed into a log)
Blueberries
1 cup (whole)
Blue cheese
1 wedge (cut into slices)
Blueberry jam
1/2 cup (prepared)
Mini purple baby carrots
1/2 cup (whole)
Blueberry cheddar cheese
1 wedge (cut into slices)
Roasted beet, sliced
1/2 cup (sliced)
Dried fig
1/2 cup (whole)
Blueberry goat cheese
4 oz (formed into a log)
Instructions
1
Begin by gathering a wide variety of ingredients that represent each color of the rainbow. Don't be afraid to get creative and choose your favorites!
2
Create a red section with a selection of cured meats such as salami, prosciutto, and chorizo. Add a wedge of smoked gouda for a pop of color. Include dips in little ramekins to enhance the setup.
3
For the orange part of your board, place the cheddar and muenster cheese next to the red meats. Add dried apricots, marcona almonds, a tangy honey spicy mustard, and some fresh rainier cherries along with mini orange bell peppers.
4
Incorporate a crunchy yellow section with various crackers and breadsticks. Arrange these alongside yellow baby carrots, mini yellow bell peppers, pimento cheese, and a wedge of white cheddar to create a lively contrast.
5
Create a lush green area featuring green grapes on the vine, a dish of green olives, a wedge of Irish cheddar, and herbed goat cheese. This green palette will refresh the board!
6
For the blue section, place a bowl of fresh blueberries complemented by wedges of blue cheese and a small jar of blueberry jam. Consider adding par-cooked purple potatoes for color variation.
7
Finish with a vibrant purple segment that includes any purple cheeses you might find, along with dried figs, mini purple baby carrots, sliced roasted beets, and fig crackers. This section will add depth to your board.
8
Remember, there are no strict rules when it comes to arrangement—whether you prefer a symmetrical layout or scattered colors, let your instincts guide you. Enjoy the process and share the love!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vibrant Pride Charcuterie Extravaganza?
It is a visually stunning charcuterie board designed to celebrate Pride month using a rainbow of colorful ingredients to represent love and inclusivity.
How many people does this charcuterie board serve?
This recipe is designed to serve approximately 25 guests.
What is the main theme of this recipe?
The theme is a vibrant rainbow celebration, where ingredients are organized by color to create a playful and creative display.
What red cured meats are included on the board?
The red section features a selection of salami, prosciutto, and cured chorizo sausage.
Which cheeses provide an orange color to the board?
Cheddar and muenster cheese are used to contribute to the orange segment of the board.
What yellow vegetables are used in the arrangement?
Yellow baby carrots and mini yellow bell peppers are used to represent the yellow section.
What green items give the board a fresh look?
The green area includes green grapes on the vine, green olives, a wedge of Irish cheddar, and herbed goat cheese.
What blue fruits and cheeses are included?
The blue section features fresh blueberries, wedges of blue cheese, and blueberry jam.
What purple ingredients are featured in the final segment?
The purple section includes mini purple baby carrots, sliced roasted beets, dried figs, blueberry cheddar, and blueberry goat cheese.
Can I customize the ingredients on this board?
Yes, the recipe is intended as a jumping-off point to customize your own board with ingredients that reflect your personal color and flavor preferences.
What types of crackers and breadsticks are recommended?
The recipe suggests using assorted crackers, breadsticks, and fig crackers for various textures.
Are there any specific dips included in the recipe?
Dips include tomato bruschetta topping, roasted red pepper dip, roasted red pepper hummus, and honey spicy mustard.
Which nuts provide a crunchy texture to the orange section?
Chili Marcona almonds are included in the orange section for crunch and flavor.
How should the meats be prepared for the board?
The salami, prosciutto, and cured chorizo sausage should all be sliced.
What type of mustard is used on the board?
The recipe calls for a tangy honey spicy mustard.
What kind of olives are used in the green section?
The board features a dish of green olives.
Are there different types of goat cheese used?
Yes, the recipe uses both herbed goat cheese in the green section and blueberry goat cheese in the purple section.
What fruit is included in the orange section?
Rainier cherries and dried apricots are used to add orange tones to the board.
What specific cheddar varieties are included?
The board uses white cheddar, Irish cheddar, and blueberry cheddar.
How are the peppers prepared for the display?
Both the mini orange and mini yellow bell peppers should be sliced.
Is there a smoked cheese option on the board?
Yes, a wedge of smoked gouda is included in the red section.
What are the purple vegetable options?
The purple section features mini purple baby carrots and sliced roasted beets.
What kind of jam is used on the board?
The recipe includes blueberry jam to complement the blue cheese.
Are there dried fruits included in the recipe?
Yes, dried apricots and dried figs are both featured on the board.
How is the herbed goat cheese shaped?
The herbed goat cheese is formed into a log for the green section.
What can be added to the blue section for extra color variety?
The instructions suggest considering par-cooked purple potatoes for additional color variation in the blue section.
What is the goal of the assembly process?
The process is meant to be playful and creative, letting your instincts guide you to create a board that shares the love.
Is pimento cheese part of the recipe?
Yes, pimento cheese is included in the yellow section of the board.
What types of carrots are used?
The board uses both yellow baby carrots and mini purple baby carrots.
What provides a red pop of color besides the cured meats?
Sun-dried tomatoes and roasted red pepper hummus help provide the red color palette.