Charcuterie Board Solo Treat (Printable)

A simple, elegant arrangement of cured meats, cheese, and fresh accompaniments for one.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 2 thin slices prosciutto
02 - 2 thin slices soppressata or salami

→ Cheese

03 - 1 ounce aged cheddar or brie
04 - 1 ounce soft goat cheese or blue cheese

→ Accompaniments

05 - 1 small handful seedless grapes or 5–6 fresh berries
06 - 1 tablespoon mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or similar)
07 - 2 to 3 cornichons or baby gherkins
08 - 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
09 - 3 to 4 small crackers or sliced baguette (gluten-free optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Select a small slate coaster or appetizer plate as the foundation for your arrangement.
02 - Place the prosciutto and soppressata in gentle folds or rolls along one side of the plate.
03 - Set the cheeses adjacent to the meats, keeping them separated for visual contrast.
04 - Fill gaps on the plate with grapes or berries, mixed nuts, and cornichons.
05 - Spoon a small dollop of whole grain mustard onto the plate.
06 - Neatly stack the crackers or baguette slices in any remaining space on the plate.
07 - Balance colors and shapes across the board for a harmonious, appetizing display and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No cooking required—just ten minutes of thoughtful arrangement that tastes like you spent hours
  • Each element stays true to itself; the crisp cracker doesn't soften the cheese, the cured meat doesn't overwhelm the delicate goat cheese
  • It's the perfect excuse to buy those premium ingredients you've been eyeing and actually use them in a way that celebrates their quality
02 -
  • Room temperature ruins everything—assemble this board just before serving. Cold cheese tastes better, crisp crackers stay crisp, and cured meats release their full flavor when they're cool.
  • The quality of each ingredient matters immensely because there's nowhere to hide. One stale cracker or mediocre cheese will be noticeable. I learned this by investing in good products first, then realizing I couldn't go back.
03 -
  • Make your board just five minutes before you eat it—this keeps the crackers crisp, the cheese at the perfect temperature, and the fruit at its freshest. Patience here pays off in every bite.
  • Pair this with a crisp white wine, a light red, or even sparkling water with lemon. The board is versatile enough that almost any beverage becomes better alongside it, but acidity is your friend. It cuts through the richness and makes you want another bite.
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