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4th of July Charcuterie Board

A vibrant and festive charcuterie board filled with colorful fruits, savory meats, and delightful snacks, perfect for Independence Day celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 1 Small Watermelon Juicy and sweet, serves as the base.
  • 2 Cups Cherries Add a burst of flavor.
  • 12-14 Pieces Strawberries Bright and aromatic.
  • 1 1/2 Cups Red Grapes Crisp and juicy.
  • 1 1/2 Cups Blueberries Plump and juicy.
  • 1 1/2 Cups Blackberries Slightly tart.
  • 2 Cups Mini Marshmallows Soft and sweet.
Savory Ingredients
  • 3 Ounces Salami Adds richness.
  • 3 Ounces Pepperoni Spicy and satisfying.
  • 2 Cups White Nuts (slivered almonds) Provides crunch.
Cheeses
  • 6 Slices Swiss Cheese Mild and creamy.
  • 6 Slices White Cheddar Cheese Extra sharp and rich.
Snacks & Accompaniments
  • 2 Cups Yogurt Pretzels Crispy and creamy.
  • 2 Cups White Crackers Light and crunchy.
  • 2 Cups Blue Corn Tortilla Chips Earthy and crispy.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by cutting out star shapes from the watermelon slices using a star-shaped cookie cutter.
  2. Cut star shapes out of Swiss and Cheddar cheese slices using the same cookie cutter.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the board starting with red ingredients: layer cherries, strawberries, and red grapes, followed by salami and pepperoni.
  2. Next, arrange the white ingredients: place crackers, slivered almonds, and cheese star slices.
  3. Add yogurt pretzels and mini marshmallows evenly throughout the white section.
  4. Finish with blue ingredients: layer blueberries and blackberries, scattering extra cheese stars for decoration.

Notes

Use a variety of seasonal fruits and high-quality cheeses for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in airtight containers for best freshness.