Go Back

Festive Cheese and Veggie Board

A delightful platter featuring a vibrant array of fresh vegetables, aromatic cheeses, and delectable dips, perfect for any gathering.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Assorted Cheeses
  • 200 g Cheddar Cheese (cubed)
  • 200 g Brie Cheese (sliced)
  • 200 g Gouda Cheese (cubed)
Fresh Vegetables
  • 2 pieces Carrots (peeled and cut into sticks)
  • 2 sticks Celery Sticks (cut into sticks)
  • 1 piece Bell Pepper (sliced)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
Olives
  • 1 cup mixed, green or black olives
Crackers or Bread
  • 1 box whole-grain crackers or a fresh baguette, sliced
Hummus or Dip
  • 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
Fruits
  • 1 cup Grapes (whole or halved)
  • 1 piece Apple (sliced)
Nuts
  • ½ cup Almonds
  • ½ cup Walnuts

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start with a large cutting board or serving platter.
  2. Place the cubed cheddar and gouda cheese on one side of the board.
  3. Slice the brie cheese and place it next to the other cheeses for variety.
  4. Fill in the space with your crunchy carrot and celery sticks.
  5. Spread out the sliced bell peppers and halved cherry tomatoes to create a colorful contrast.
  6. Scatter the olives around the board.
  7. Lay down a stack of whole-grain crackers and the sliced baguette for those who love dipping.
  8. Set a bowl of hummus at the center.
  9. Fill in any gaps with grapes, apple slices, and nuts.
  10. Your delicious Festive Cheese and Veggie Board is ready to impress.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with other dips and cheese varieties. Prepare veggies a few hours in advance for convenience. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.