Save to Pins 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.
This has become my go-to snack after mountain hikes, bringing friends together over delicious regional ingredients.
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.
Save to Pins This platter always sparks joyful family time and lively conversation after outdoor adventures.
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
Per serving: Calories 420, Total Fat 22 g, Carbohydrates 35 g, Protein 19 g
Save to Pins Enjoy assembling your board with fresh ingredients and share the taste of the mountains with loved ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What cheeses are included on the board?
The board features Comté, Tomme de Savoie, and Reblochon cheeses, cut for easy serving and tasting.
- → Can the cured meats be substituted or omitted?
Yes, for a vegetarian option, omit cured meats and add more nuts, dried fruits, or marinated vegetables for variety.
- → What breads are recommended for this board?
Rustic baguette slices, walnut bread, and crispbread or crackers provide a nice range of textures and flavors.
- → How should the board be arranged for serving?
Arrange cheeses spaced on a large wooden board, fan cured meats around them, add fresh fruits and vegetables in gaps, then place bread, crackers, and condiments on edges or small bowls.
- → Which wines pair well with this snack board?
Dry white wines like Apremont or light reds such as Pinot Noir complement the flavors of the cheeses and cured meats beautifully.
- → Are there any common allergens present?
This board contains dairy, wheat/gluten, tree nuts, and mustard. Cured meats may also contain nitrites. Check ingredients if allergies are a concern.