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Easy No-Cook Appetizer Board Ideas Under $50 Perfect for Parties

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A budget-friendly, fuss-free no-cook appetizer board featuring a mix of cured meats, cheeses, fresh fruits, crunchy veggies, nuts, and condiments. Ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for casual gatherings and parties.

Ingredients

  • Slices of prosciutto, salami, and pepperoni (thin, high-quality cuts)
  • Creamy goat cheese, aged cheddar, and soft brie or camembert
  • Grapes, sliced apples or pears, dried apricots
  • Baby carrots, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, snap peas
  • Variety of crackers (multigrain, water crackers) and thinly sliced baguette
  • Roasted almonds, marcona almonds, or walnuts
  • Honey, grainy mustard, fig jam, green and black olives
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Lay out your serving board or platter on a clean surface, leaving space around edges for balance. (5 minutes)
  2. Arrange cheeses in separate spots on the board, slicing a wedge of soft cheese like brie for easy serving. (5 minutes)
  3. Fold or roll slices of prosciutto, salami, and pepperoni into loose bundles and scatter around the cheeses. (5 minutes)
  4. Scatter grapes, sliced apples or pears, baby carrots, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes around the board in small clusters. (10 minutes)
  5. Fan out crackers and baguette slices near edges or open spaces, keeping them separate from moist items. (5 minutes)
  6. Fill small bowls with olives, nuts, honey, mustard, and fig jam and place strategically on the board. (5 minutes)
  7. Add fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for garnish and aroma (optional). (2 minutes)
  8. Step back and fill any empty spots with extra crackers, nuts, or fruit to create an abundant and inviting look. (2 minutes)

Notes

To keep crackers crisp, place them separately from moist items like olives and fruits. Slice fruits just before serving to avoid browning, optionally sprinkle with lemon juice. Roll or fold meats for better presentation and ease of grabbing. Label cheeses for guests if desired. Avoid overcrowding the board to maintain visual appeal and easy access.

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