Description

Want to impress guests without spending a fortune? This *Cheap Charcuterie Board That Wows Guests Instantly* is a visually stunning, affordable, and incredibly simple way to entertain in style. It’s the ultimate go-to for quick breakfast spreads, easy dinner grazing tables, or healthy snack boards on a budget. With savory meats, bold cheeses, crunchy crackers, and tangy extras like pickles and olives, this board delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Whether you’re planning party appetizers, picnic food ideas, or casual dinner ideas at home, this easy recipe is your secret weapon!

Ingredients

6 oz salami

6 oz pepperoni

4 oz cheddar cheese

4 oz Colby Jack cheese

3 oz Parmesan wedge

1 cup mixed olives

1/2 cup pickles or cornichons

20–25 crackers

2 tbsp honey mustard or Dijon dip

1 cup bread cubes or crostini

Instructions

1. Choose a large board, tray, or flat surface for your charcuterie layout.

2. Start by placing your cheeses around the board, cutting some into cubes and others into slices or wedges.

3. Add folded or rolled meats next to the cheeses to encourage easy pairing.

4. Place small bowls or ramekins on the board and fill them with olives, pickles, and dips.

5. Fill in remaining gaps with crackers and bread cubes, overlapping them for a natural look.

6. Add colorful extras like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, or dried fruits for visual contrast.

7. Drizzle mustard or honey near cheeses and make any final adjustments for balance before serving.

Notes

For best presentation, stick with 3–4 colors across your ingredients for visual balance.

Always separate wet items like pickles and olives into bowls to prevent sogginess.

Let the board sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor and texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American/European Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 330
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: cheap charcuterie board, budget-friendly appetizer, party snack, easy recipe, grazing board