Evergreen Wreath Board (Printable Version)

Holiday board with cheeses, cured meats, fruits, nuts, fresh herbs and creamy dip centerpiece, perfect for gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz Brie cheese, sliced into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, cut into rounds

→ Cured Meats (optional, omit for vegetarian)

04 - 2.8 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 2.8 oz salami, sliced

→ Fresh Fruits

06 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
07 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
08 - ½ cup pomegranate arils

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
10 - ½ cup mini cucumbers, sliced

→ Nuts & Extras

11 - ½ cup roasted almonds
12 - ½ cup mixed olives (green and black)
13 - ¼ cup dried cranberries

→ Foliage

14 - 6 to 8 sprigs fresh rosemary
15 - Several small olive branches, washed and edible

→ Center Dip

16 - 1 cup whipped feta dip or hummus
17 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
18 - ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Place a small bowl at the center of a large round serving board and fill it with whipped feta dip or hummus. Drizzle the olive oil over the dip and sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper.
02 - Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs and washed olive branches in a circular pattern around the bowl to establish the wreath’s foundation.
03 - Evenly distribute Brie wedges, cheddar cubes, and goat cheese rounds around the foliage, alternating the varieties to create a balanced mix of colors and textures.
04 - Fold or roll the prosciutto and salami slices, tucking them between cheese pieces for added texture and flavor; omit this step for a fully vegetarian presentation.
05 - Nestle halved red and green grapes, cherry tomatoes, and sliced mini cucumbers among the cheeses and meats to add freshness and vibrant color.
06 - Distribute pomegranate arils, roasted almonds, mixed olives, and dried cranberries around the wreath for bursts of flavor and visual appeal.
07 - Fine-tune the placement of ingredients to maintain a symmetrical circular shape ensuring each section appears visually balanced.
08 - Present immediately with crackers or slices of bread on the side if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's the ultimate conversation starter that does double duty as stunning table décor, so your guests will Instagram it before they even taste it
  • Everything is prepared cold, which means you can assemble it hours ahead and spend your party actually enjoying people instead of sweating in the kitchen
  • The vegetarian-friendly base means you're never excluding anyone, and the optional meats make everyone feel accommodated
02 -
  • Prep everything—slice, cube, halve, and arrange—up to 4 hours ahead, then cover with plastic wrap. The dip and olive oil go in literally 20 minutes before serving so they stay fresh and glossy.
  • If you arrange this more than an hour before serving, the cut cucumber and tomatoes will start releasing moisture. Either prep them last-minute or pat them dry just before assembling.
03 -
  • Use a chilled board if you have one, or pop your regular board in the freezer for 15 minutes before assembling. This keeps everything fresher longer and prevents cheese from getting too soft.
  • Arrange the edible decorative branches first, before any food. They're your scaffolding—everything else builds around them. It makes the whole process feel less stressful and more artistic.
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