Ingredients
- 2 cups blueberries
- 12 oz white cheese (mozzarella, Monterey Jack, provolone, or white cheddar), cubed or sliced
- 8 oz sliced salami
- 8 oz pepperoni slices
- 1 cup strawberries, halved
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups assorted crackers
- 2 cups pretzels
- 2 cups fresh vegetables (such as celery, carrots, or cucumber slices)
- 1 cup assorted dips of choice
Instructions
- Select a large rectangular serving board or tray.
- Arrange the blueberries in the upper left corner to create the blue section of the American flag.
- Place cubes or slices of white cheese beside the blueberries to form the first white stripe.
- Create red stripes using rows of salami, pepperoni, strawberries, raspberries, or cherry tomatoes.
- Alternate white cheese rows and red ingredient rows until the flag pattern is complete.
- Fill any empty spaces with crackers, pretzels, fresh vegetables, or additional snacks.
- Adjust the arrangement as needed to create a neat and visually appealing flag design.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Prepare the board a few hours ahead and keep refrigerated until serving.
- Use a variety of white cheeses for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Create a fruit-only version using blueberries, strawberries, watermelon, and bananas.
- For a dessert board, substitute cookies, marshmallows, and white chocolate-covered treats.
- Add nuts, artisan crackers, and specialty cheeses for a gourmet charcuterie experience.
- Store leftovers in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing is not recommended due to the fresh ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg