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Fruit and Cheese Platter

A vibrant Fruit and Cheese Platter with a mix of creamy cheeses, fresh fruit, crisp veggies, and crunchy nuts. The perfect no-cook appetizer for any occasion!
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: French, Mediterranean
Diet: Low Salt
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 10 servings
Author: Rena Awada

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces wheel brie cheese sliced into triangles
  • 8 ounces gouda sliced
  • 8 ounces aged goat cheese sliced
  • 8 ounces aged parmesan cheese cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1¼ pounds grapes
  • ⅔ cup hummus of choice
  • ⅔ cup green olives
  • 8 ounces beef salami
  • 1-2 pita bread cut into triangles
  • 12-16 crackers
  • ½ cup golden raisins
  • ¼ cup roasted pistachios
  • ½ cup pecans
  • 2-3 figs quartered
  • 2-3 radishes quartered
  • 3-4 endives halved lengthwise, optional
  • 4-6 baby carrots peeled and cut into matchsticks
  • 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

  • Start by arranging the cheeses (8 ounces wheel brie cheese, 8 ounces gouda, 8 ounces aged goat cheese, and 8 ounces aged parmesan cheese) on your platter, spreading them out so there’s room to fill in around them later. Add clusters of grapes (1¼ pounds grapes) in between to give everything a natural, colorful flow.
  • Spoon the ⅔ cup hummus of choice and ⅔ cup green olives into small bowls and nestle them onto the board. Add the 1-2 pita bread triangles, 12-16 crackers, and veggies ( 2-3 radishes, 3-4 endives, and 4-6 baby carrots) in small groups so they’re easy to grab.
  • Fill in the gaps with fruits (2-3 figs), nuts (¼ cup roasted pistachios½ cup pecans), 8 ounces beef salami, and dried fruit (½ cup golden raisins) to add color and texture. Don’t stress about making it perfect - the more relaxed it looks, the better.
  • Finish with a sprinkle of 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme for that little pop of green, and serve right away.
    Overhead view of a colorful fruit and cheese platter featuring sliced brie, gouda, parmesan cubes, red grapes, hummus, olives, and crackers, beautifully arranged on a wooden board.

Notes

  • Let the cheeses sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving so they’re soft and flavorful.
  • Mix up textures with creamy, hard, and crumbly cheeses to make every bite interesting.
  • Add pops of color with fresh fruit and herbs for a board that looks as good as it tastes.
  • Keep extra crackers, nuts, and grapes on hand so you can refill as guests snack.
Storage:
  • Store leftovers in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Hard cheeses, nuts, and olives keep best. Soft cheeses and fruit are better enjoyed the same day.

Nutrition

Calories: 595kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 1558mg | Potassium: 510mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 1347IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 550mg | Iron: 2mg