If you thought brunch couldn’t get any better, it’s time to meet our brunch charcuterie board. This board offers the best of breakfast, plus lunchtime favorites, so you can create delicious bite after bite that hits the spot every time. From smoked salmon and crusty breads to cheeses and fresh produce, we can help you pull together delicious brunch boards perfect for any occasion or gathering.
To make this bright and beautiful brunch board, assemble the following ingredients:
- Cabot® Wildly Horseradish Cheddar Cheese
- Cabot® Hand-Rubbed Everything Bagel Cheddar Cheese
- Smoked Salmon
- Mini Cucumbers (cut into sticks)
- Grape Tomatoes
- Thinly Sliced Red Onion
- Sliced Hard-Cooked Eggs
- Capers
- Plain Bagel Crisps
- Baguette
- Olive Oil
The ultimate charcuterie board balances a combination of flavors, from sweet and savory to salty and spicy. Keeping the ingredients diverse will ensure there’s something for everyone’s tastes. Use our quick guide as inspiration to create a uniquely flavorful board for any occasion.
Meats:
Cured and smoked meats are the stars of charcuterie boards. Feature smoky salami alongside melt-in-your-mouth prosciutto or spice things up with sopressata or hot capicola. Put a twist on tradition with smoked salmon that’s perfect for pescatarians and offers rich, buttery flavors. Choose from a variety of quality, flavorful and sustainable smoked salmon selections in-store, and plan for about one to two ounces of meat per person.
Cheeses:
When selecting cheeses, consider texture, flavor, type and style. Draw inspiration from the meats – mellow out rich meats with soft cheeses like mozzarella, Brie or goat cheese. Pair milder varieties, like prosciutto, with complex cheeses such as pungent blue cheese or sharp Manchego. Or, for a culinary adventure, try new varieties like Cabot® Hand-Rubbed Everything Bagel Cheddar Cheese that encrusts creamy Cheddar with onion, garlic and poppy seeds. Visit our Gourmet Cheese Shop for more diverse, cheesy selections.
Fruits, Veggies & Spreads:
Since boards are packed with cured, smoked and pickled components, lighten things up with fresh elements! Berries, melons, cucumbers and cherry tomatoes are perfect for summer boards, while winter boards give citrus, grapes, carrots and dried fruits a place to shine. Pair seasonal produce with tasty spreads like hummus, mustards, jams or preserves; choose one or set out a sweet and savory duo.
Bread:
Flavorful bread delivers charcuterie ingredients from the table to your tummy! From toasted sourdough, ciabatta or mini bagels to multigrain crackers, breadsticks or crostini slices, select your favorite breads as the crispy carriers for your bold charcuterie bites.
Accents:
Layer more flavors onto the board with a few finishing touches! Round out a smoked salmon board with salty capers, add dark chocolate and pretzels for a sweet and salty addition, or incorporate almonds, walnuts or pistachios for a protein-packed crunch that makes your board deliciously cohesive.