Gallop & Graze Horse Board (Printer View)

A delightful horse-themed grazing board with cheeses, meats, fresh produce, and creative garnishes for casual entertaining.

# What you'll need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz brie, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz smoked gouda, sliced

→ Meats

04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
05 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
06 - 2.8 oz turkey breast, rolled

→ Fresh Produce

07 - 1 cup baby carrots
08 - 1 cup cucumber rounds
09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
10 - 1 green apple, sliced
11 - 1 cup seedless red grapes

→ Crackers & Bread

12 - 1 cup oat crackers
13 - 1 cup multigrain breadsticks
14 - 0.5 baguette, sliced

→ Dips & Condiments

15 - 0.5 cup hummus
16 - 0.25 cup honey
17 - 0.25 cup grainy mustard

→ Themed Additions

18 - 6 pretzel rods
19 - 0.5 cup apple chips
20 - 0.25 cup dark chocolate horseshoe shapes (optional)
21 - Fresh mint or edible flowers for garnish

# Method:

01 - Place cheeses in separate sections on a large wooden board or platter.
02 - Fold or roll the prosciutto, salami, and turkey breast, then arrange alongside the cheeses.
03 - Cluster baby carrots, cucumber rounds, cherry tomatoes, and apple slices with varied spacing to create visual interest.
04 - Distribute grapes and apple chips in small piles to introduce color and sweetness.
05 - Arrange oat crackers, multigrain breadsticks, and sliced baguette around the perimeter for easy access.
06 - Fill small bowls with hummus, honey, and grainy mustard, then position them neatly on the board.
07 - Place pretzel rods as horse jumps and scatter chocolate horseshoe shapes as decorative accents.
08 - Finish with fresh mint or edible flowers and present immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble with no cooking required, ideal for quick entertaining.
  • Combines a variety of textures and flavors—from creamy cheeses to crisp fresh produce and savory meats.
  • Creative equestrian-themed elements like pretzel rod horse jumps add festive fun.
  • Vegetarian friendly with simple adaptations for vegan or gluten-free diets.
  • Perfect for sharing at gatherings or as a centerpiece for themed parties.
02 -
  • Chill all ingredients before assembling to keep the board fresh and visually crisp.
  • Use small bowls for dips and condiments to prevent spreading and maintain neatness.
  • Position pretzel rods creatively to mimic horse jumps, enhancing the theme.
  • Incorporate fresh mint or edible flowers not only as garnish but to add refreshing aroma.
  • Prepare the board just before serving to preserve flavors and prevent sogginess.
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