Pin this A rustic and hearty mountain-inspired snack board, perfect for sharing after a day of adventure. This platter features regional cheeses, cured meats, fresh bread, and vibrant accompaniments for an energizing and sociable collation.
I first enjoyed assembling this board after a long hike in the Alps and loved how it brought everyone together for a delicious and easy meal.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Comté, sliced, 100 g Tomme de Savoie, sliced, 100 g Reblochon, cut into wedges
- Cured Meats: 80 g Saucisson sec, sliced, 80 g Jambon cru (dry-cured ham), thinly sliced
- Fresh Items: 1 small bunch grapes, washed, 1 apple, sliced, 1 small cucumber, sliced, 1 handful cherry tomatoes
- Bread & Crackers: 1 rustic baguette, sliced, 50 g walnut bread, sliced, 40 g crispbread or crackers
- Condiments & Extras: 40 g cornichons, 30 g wholegrain mustard, 30 g mountain honey, 30 g mixed nuts (walnuts, hazelnuts)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large wooden board, spacing them apart for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the cured meats around the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Add bunches of grapes, apple slices, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes to fill gaps and add color.
- Step 4:
- Place bread slices and crackers along the edges of the board.
- Step 5:
- Fill small bowls or ramekins with cornichons, mustard, honey, and mixed nuts. Place them on the board.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.
Pin this This board always brings out smiles as family members gather around the table to enjoy the variety together.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or platter, small bowls/ramekins, bread knife, cheese knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese), Wheat/Gluten (bread, crackers), Tree Nuts, Mustard. Cured meats may contain nitrites. Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 420, Total Fat: 22 g, Carbohydrates: 35 g, Protein: 19 g (per serving)
Pin this This easy-to-assemble snack board is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any occasion.
Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses are featured on this board?
The board highlights regional alpine cheeses including Comté, Tomme de Savoie, and Reblochon, offering a rich and creamy variety.
- → How can I make this board vegetarian-friendly?
Simply omit the cured meats and add extra nuts, dried fruits, or marinated vegetables to maintain variety and flavor.
- → What accompaniments enhance the overall taste?
Fresh grapes, apple slices, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, cornichons, wholegrain mustard, mountain honey, and mixed nuts provide contrasting tastes and textures.
- → How should the board be served for best experience?
Arrange ingredients separately on a large wooden platter to allow guests to mix and match flavors easily, creating personalized bites.
- → Are there suggested drink pairings?
Enjoy with a dry white wine like Apremont or a light red such as Pinot Noir to complement the diverse flavors.
- → What tools are recommended for preparation?
A large wooden board, small bowls or ramekins for condiments, and knives for slicing bread and cheese ensure smooth assembly.