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Charcuterie Board

Charcuterie board with deep red salami, creamy brie, golden crackers, and bright green grapes—assembled for a balanced salty-sweet spread. Arrange components by color and height to create an abundant, no-cook platter.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Charcuterie Board
  • 4 oz salami
  • 8 oz brie Remove from packaging and pat dry before plating.
  • 1 box crackers Choose sturdy crackers for topping and stacking.
  • 1 lb green grapes Rinse and fully dry.
  • 2 tbsp honey Optional drizzle for extra sweet.

Method
 

Prep and set out components
  1. Rinse and thoroughly dry the green grapes, then set them aside in a shallow container so they stay bright on the board.
  2. Slice the salami into folded sections for easy grabbing, keeping pieces roughly the same size for a neat layout.
  3. Cut the brie into thick wedges so it can be served without tearing or melting off the board.
  4. Arrange the crackers in a few clusters, leaving space around them for salami and brie pieces.
Assemble the board
  1. Start by placing the brie pieces slightly off-center so you build height around the creamy focal point.
  2. Add folded salami around the brie in a loose ring, alternating directions to create visible layers.
  3. Tuck grapes between salami and crackers, filling gaps so the board looks abundant rather than sparse.
  4. Drizzle honey over the brie or in small ribbons near grapes for a sweet finish that complements the salty flavors.
  5. Adjust the layout with one final pass—rotate items for even spacing and visible color contrast before serving.

Notes

Pro tip: do all chopping and portioning 1–2 hours ahead, but assemble right before guests arrive to keep crackers crisp. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 2 days; grapes may soften slightly. Freezing isn’t recommended for brie or crackers. If you want a lower-sodium swap, use reduced-sodium salami and choose a brie-style cheese labeled lower sodium.