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Charcuterie boards are the perfect summertime treat, perfect for grazing around the pool and lazy evenings with friends. Summer-themed charcuterie boards can take on almost endless possibilities, from spicy southwest flavors to kid-friendly snacks.
Remember, there aren't many hard-and-fast rules to building the perfect board. I shared some ideas for pairing cheese, but your ultimate board is truly up to you. To inspire your imagination (and your appetite) I put together a few ideas for your next summer themed charcuterie board.
Southwest Summer Charcuterie Board
This summer themed charcuterie board has a southwestern kick. With salsa, hot peppers, olives, and queso, the Southwest Summer board is the perfect addition to a Taco Tuesday get-together, or for your family to munch while dinner is cooking.
Ingredients
- Habanero Pepper Pickles
- Red and yellow bell peppers
- Black olives
- Guacamole
- Bold Chip Salsa
- Queso Fresco
- Manchego cheese
- Chorizo
- Spicy salami
Don't forget fresh tortilla chips to round out the board!
Colorado Bold Chip Salsa
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Easy Summer Fun Board
My easy summer fun board has so many amazing flavors: tangy garlic, sweet jam, juicy raspberries and of course gourmet cheese.
Ingredients
- Raspberries or strawberries
- Hard salami
- Gouda
- White cheddar
- Goat cheese
- Strawberry Fig Jam
- Garlic cloves
- North Farm Pickles
- Flouwer No. #1 Crackers
I love to use fresh flowers to decorate this summer themed charcuterie board, like a rose or Gerbera daisy!
North Farm Pickles
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Girls Night In
Why go out when you can enjoy the company of your best friends in the comfort of your own home? Instead of a night out on the town, I love hosting ladies night with wine and cheese.
Ingredients
- Sweet Sangria Olives
- Gorgonzola
- Goat cheese
- Parmesean
- Sliced french bread
- Strawberry Rhubarb Jam
- Flouwer No. #1 Crackers
- Fresh strawberries, blueberries, and peaches
With sweet and salty flavors, this summer themed charcuterie board will be a big part of a girls night you'll remember all summer.
Kids Summer Fun
Let's face it: when summer arrives, kids are tired of the routine and want to snack. All. Day. With this board, they can graze on their favorite snacks.
Ingredients
- Pepperoni
- Mozarella pearls
- Procuitto
- Cheddar cheese cubes
- Baby carrots
- Greek yogurt with honey
- Wheat crackers
- Sliced french bread
- Blueberries and sliced bananas
These kid-friendly snacks are even more fun when you arrange them around a platter with the yogurt and honey at the center. Don't forget small plates, cups, and toothpicks to spear the food!
Snacking is even more fun during the summer, and with these summer themed charcuterie board ideas, you'll hit a home run every time.