Colorful Mexican Charcuterie Board Ready in Just 20 Minutes
Enjoy a vibrant and delicious Colorful Mexican Charcuterie Board ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1 board
Calories 250 kcal
Cheeses
- 8 oz Queso Fresco Can be crumbled over other dishes or used in place of goat cheese.
- 8 oz Manchego Cheese Spanish Manchego can be substituted with Mexican Manchego.
- 8 oz Queso Chihuahua Substitute with Monterey Jack if unavailable.
Accompaniments
- 1 cup Corn Salsa Any mild salsa can work, including tomato salsa.
- 2 pieces Mandarine Could be replaced by grapes, strawberries, or apples based on preference.
- 1 cup Pecans Peanuts, cashews, or almonds can be used if necessary.
- 1 cup Green Olives Use any stuffed variety for added flavor.
- 1 cup Guacamole Any mild dip can be considered as an alternative.
- 4 oz Ham Omit for a vegetarian version.
- 1 cup Crackers Use tortilla chips for a Mexican-themed twist.
Assembly Instructions
Choose your board: Select a large wooden cutting board to create a rustic and inviting presentation for your Mexican Charcuterie Board.
Arrange the cheeses: Lay down your assorted cheeses—Queso Fresco, Manchego, and Queso Chihuahua—spaced out evenly to give each cheese its own spotlight.
Add the accompaniments: Around the cheeses, artfully arrange the corn salsa, mandarines, pecans, green olives, and ham to create a visually appealing and colorful layout that invites guests to dig in.
Create smaller sections: Use smaller serving boards for items like guacamole and salsa to maintain organization and encourage easy serving.
Serve and enjoy: Present your beautiful platter immediately. Watch as your guests marvel at the vibrant assortment and indulge in this delightful appetizer!
Serving: 1boardCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg
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