Spring Edible Flowers Fruit Board (Printer View)

Arrange meats, cheeses, fruits, and flowers for a vibrant spring board—simple, elegant, and festive for gatherings.

# What you'll need:

→ Meats

01 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz salami
03 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast, thinly sliced

→ Cheeses

04 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges
05 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled
06 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, sliced

→ Fresh Fruits

07 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
08 - 1 cup seedless grapes
09 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced
10 - 0.5 cup blueberries
11 - 0.5 cup raspberries

→ Edible Flowers

12 - 0.5 cup pesticide-free edible flowers, such as pansies, nasturtiums, or violets

→ Accompaniments

13 - 0.5 cup mixed nuts, such as almonds and walnuts
14 - 0.25 cup honey
15 - 0.5 cup gluten-free crackers
16 - 0.5 cup olives, green or black
17 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

# Method:

01 - Fold or roll prosciutto, salami, and smoked turkey breast, then place them on a large serving board.
02 - Distribute brie, goat cheese, and aged cheddar in separate spots, spacing them for aesthetic appeal.
03 - Arrange strawberries, grapes, apple slices, blueberries, and raspberries in balanced clusters around the board.
04 - Scatter edible flowers and mint leaves across and between other ingredients to create vibrant color contrast.
05 - Place honey, mixed nuts, and olives in separate small bowls and set them on the board.
06 - Stack or fan gluten-free crackers in visible spots, enhancing accessibility and presentation.
07 - Serve immediately, or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The board feels like springtime on a platter& every bite is fresh and unexpected.
  • It's easy to tailor with your favorite meats, cheeses, and seasonal fruits& making it perfect for gatherings of any kind.
02 -
  • The board looks best when there’s plenty of space between groups& crowding ruins the effect and muddles flavors.
  • Edible flowers wilt quickly& so assemble right before serving and avoid refrigeration if possible.
03 -
  • Let everyone serve themselves& it sparks spontaneous pairings and conversation.
  • A quick drizzle of honey on goat cheese turns skeptics into fans.
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