Easy Gluten-Free Charcuterie Board

What is A Charcuterie Board?

If you’ve never been exposed to the glorious wonder of a charcuterie board, your life is about to be changed!

Very simply, ‘charcuterie‘ is French for cured meat.

And a charcuterie board is basically an appetizer that is typically served on either a wooden board or a stone slate, comprising primarily of a various types of meat (both cured or cooked), cheeses, crackers or bread.

In my opinion, this meat and cheese board is an essential starter or finger food for serving at holiday parties or family gatherings – and is a perfect way to impress your guests on special ocassions!

Why This Recipe Works:

• Simple Ingredients: The ingredients you’ll need for this gluten-free cheese board are easily accessible at the local grocery store!
• Very Easy to Prepare: Prepping this very simple gluten-free snack board takes just 15 minutes of hands-on time (or less!). It’s the perfect party appetizer or snack.
• Visual Impact: Surprisingly, this beautiful charcuterie board looks stunning and is sure to impress your guests at this year’s holiday gathering.
• Totally Gluten-Free: The best part is that this charcuterie board is 100% gluten-free, which means that even those with Celiac disease or gluten intolerances can enjoy it without issues!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

Here’s a visual overview of the ingredients required for this easy gluten-free charcuterie board recipe.

(For exact measurements, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)

Recipe Notes + Substitutions:

• Chutney: Feel free to use any fruit chutney of your choice (I’ve use mango chutney, but apple chutney or pear chutney make delicious options too). Alternatively, you can also use either honey or maple syrup, whose sweetness will complement the savory cheese board well.
• Cheese: I used a mix of cheddar cheese, brie cheese and blue cheese, but feel free to use any types of cheese you fancy such as mozzarella cheese, goat cheese (preferably a mix of hard cheeses and soft cheese). If you are lactose-intolerant and would like to make a gluten-free dairy-free charcuterie board, go ahead and use dairy-free cheeses instead.
• Meats: I like using a mixed assortment of cured and uncured meats. In this case I’ve used salami, ham and pepperoni. Feel free to use whatever you like or have on hand!
• Crackers: You can either use gluten-free “Ritz-style” crackers or your favorite gluten-free crackers! Alternatively, you may also use gluten-free breadsticks or tortilla chips instead of crackers.
• Nuts: Having some nuts on your gluten-free cheese board will add a nice contrast to the creaminess of the cheeses. I like a mix of almonds and walnuts, but you can also use pistachios, cashews or macadamia nuts.
• Fruits: Since the cured meats and cheeses tend to be on the saltier side, I highly recommend having fresh fruits (I’ve used grapes and figs) that are on the sweeter side to balance out the salty flavor – which are complementary flavor profiles. Alternatively, you may also use apple slices, pear slices (for a fall cheese board) or fresh berries (for a more spring or summer themed cheese board).

How to Make Gluten-Free Charcuterie Board (Step by Step):

1. Arrange Chutney and Cheese

First, place a bowl of chutney on a wooden cutting board, stone slab (slate), or other large platter, and then add cheese cubes in random order.

2. Add Cured Meats

Now add the sliced salami and pepperoni. Ham slices can be rolled.

3. Add Crackers, Nuts and Fruits

In the remaining space, add the gluten-free crackers, almonds and walnuts.

4. Finish Off with the Grapes and Figs

TIP: Try to lay out the ingredients so that they match in color (and contrast well – lighter-colored ingredients next to darker-colored ingredients).

5. Serve and Enjoy

Serve the charcuterie platter and enjoy!

Dish by Dish Tips/Tricks:

• Make it Dairy-Free: If you are lactose-intolerant and would like to make a gluten free dairy free charcuterie board, go ahead and use dairy-free cheeses instead.
• Make it Vegan: If you want to create a vegan charcuterie board, feel free to use vegan cheeses instead.
• Optional Add-Ons: Feel free to include other savory foods such as olives, anchovies if you wish. Alternatively, for a more refreshing taste, you may also add vegetable crudités (such as celery sticks, carrot sticks, tomatoes) alongside a dip such as hummus or baba ganoush.
• Add Dried Fruits: You may also add some dried fruits (such as raisins, dried cranberries, dried prunes etc).

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Easy Gluten-Free Charcuterie Board

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• Author: Felicia Lim
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Diet: Gluten Free

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Jazz up your holiday table with this festive gluten-free charcuterie board! Flavorful and vibrantly colored, this charcuterie board is incredibly simple to put together, and will definitely elevate any party! Get ready to wow your guests with this beautiful appetizer this holiday season!

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup mango chutney (or chutney of choice)
• 1 ounce cheddar cheese, diced
• 1 ounce brie cheese, diced
• 1 ounce crumbled blue cheese
• 6 slices salami
• 6 slices ham
• 12 slices pepperoni
• 12 gluten-free crackers
• 1/4 cup almonds
• 1/4 cup walnuts
• 1 cup white grapes
• 1 cup black grapes
• 2 figs, sliced

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Instructions

1. Arrange Chutney and Cheese: First, place a bowl of chutney on a wooden board or slate, and then add cheese cubes in random order.
2. Add Cured Meats: Now add the sliced salami and pepperoni. Ham slices can be rolled.
3. Add Crackers, Nuts, and Fruits: In the remaining space, add the gluten-free crackers, almonds and walnuts, grapes and fig slices. Try to lay out the ingredients so that they match in color (contrast).
4. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the charcuterie board right away.

Notes

Chutney: Feel free to use any fruit chutney of your choice (I’ve use mango chutney, but apple chutney or pear chutney make great alternatives). Alternatively, you can also use either honey or maple syrup, whose sweetness will complement the savory cheese board well.

Cheese: I used a mix of cheddar cheese, brie cheese and blue cheese, but feel free to use any types of cheese you fancy! If you are lactose-intolerant and would like to make a gluten-free dairy-free charcuterie board, go ahead and use dairy-free cheeses instead.

Meats: I like using a mixed assortment of cured and uncured meats. In this case I’ve used salami, ham and pepperoni. Feel free to use whatever you like or have on hand!

Crackers: You can either use gluten-free “Ritz-style” crackers or make your own homemade gluten-free crackers! Alternatively, you may also use gluten-free breadsticks instead of crackers.

Nuts: Having some nuts on your gluten-free cheese board will add a nice contrast to the creaminess of the cheeses. I like a mix of almonds and walnuts, but you can also use pistachios, cashews or macadamia nuts.

Fruits: Since the cured meats and cheeses tend to be on the saltier side, I highly recommend having fresh fruits (I’ve used grapes and figs) that are on the sweeter side to balance out the palette. Alternatively, you may also use other types of fruits such as strawberries, raspberries or blueberries.

Prepare Beforehand: You may prepare this gluten-free charcuterie board before hand, and then cover it with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to a few hours before serving.

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Category: Appetizers
• Cuisine: Western