Picnic Basket Snack Board (Printable version)

An easy-to-prepare portable board combining cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers for sharing outdoors.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz brie, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled

→ Meats (optional; omit for vegetarian)

04 - 2.8 oz sliced salami
05 - 2.8 oz prosciutto

→ Crackers & Bread

06 - 1 cup assorted crackers
07 - 1 small baguette, sliced

→ Fruits

08 - 1 cup red grapes
09 - 1 apple, sliced
10 - ½ cup dried apricots

→ Vegetables

11 - 1 cup baby carrots
12 - 1 cup cucumber rounds
13 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes

→ Nuts & Extras

14 - ⅓ cup roasted almonds
15 - ¼ cup olives
16 - ¼ cup hummus
17 - 2 tbsp honey

# How-To Steps:

01 - Evenly distribute all cheeses and optional meats on a large portable board or platter.
02 - Fill the spaces around cheeses and meats with assorted crackers, baguette slices, and fresh fruits.
03 - Group baby carrots, cucumber rounds, and cherry tomatoes together on the board for visual balance.
04 - Scatter roasted almonds and olives evenly across the board to add texture.
05 - Place hummus and honey in small containers or ramekins and position them on the board.
06 - Secure tightly with plastic wrap or place in a picnic-safe container until serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and assemble
  • Perfect for sharing at picnics and parties
02 -
  • Pack cold items in an insulated bag with ice packs to keep fresh
  • Swap meats for roasted chickpeas or extra nuts for a vegetarian option
03 -
  • Arrange items by color and texture for an inviting presentation
  • Use small bowls to keep dips and sticky items contained
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