Patriotic Charcuterie Board
Get ready to celebrate the spirit of patriotism with a show-stopping Patriotic Charcuterie Board!
This festive and eye-catching appetizer is the perfect centerpiece for your Fourth of July or Memorial Day gathering.
With its vibrant red, white, and blue theme, it’s a true homage to the colors of the flag.
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Packed with a delightful assortment of cured meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and patriotic accompaniments, this charcuterie board is not only visually stunning but also a delicious feast for the taste buds.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, attending a fireworks viewing party, or simply enjoying a picnic in the park, this Patriotic Charcuterie Board will wow your guests and create a patriotic atmosphere.
So, grab your favorite platter, assemble a delightful array of goodies, and let the festivities begin with this captivating and delicious tribute to the land of the free and the home of the brave!
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And while this tray I made is for 4th of July, you can use it for any patriotic holiday, including Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Flag Day, Presidents Day, Labor Day, Patriots Day and even Election Day!

A special thanks to watermelon.org for this fun appetizer idea!
Can a Charcuterie Board Be Made Ahead of Time
Yes, you can assemble a charcuterie board ahead of time.
Arrange the meats, cheeses and other dry ingredients on the board, then cover it tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
Add fresh fruits, crackers and anything that might get soggy just before serving.
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Let cheeses come to room temperature for the best flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This vibrant and festive charcuterie board combines fresh fruits, savory meats and creamy cheeses, making it a perfect centerpiece for your holiday celebrations.
- Simple Ingredients: The recipe uses seedless watermelon, fresh raspberries, fresh blueberries, strawberries, fresh goat cheese, toasted salted cashews, cured meats like prosciutto, pancetta, coppa, salami, soppressata, sausage or pepperoni, Honeycrisp apple, lemon juice, and fresh basil leaves.
- Effortless Preparation: Arrange the ingredients on a large board or platter, drizzle the fruit with lemon juice, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Flavorful and Balanced: The sweet fruits complement the savory meats and creamy cheese, offering a delightful balance of flavors.
- Festive and Colorful: The red, white and blue ingredients create a patriotic theme, perfect for Independence Day or other celebrations.
- Perfect for Sharing: This board is ideal for gatherings, allowing guests to sample a variety of flavors and textures.
This recipe will become your new go-to appetizer for holiday gatherings!
Patriotic Charcuterie Board Ingredients
To make this patriotic charcuterie board, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- seedless watermelon
- fresh raspberries
- fresh blueberries
- strawberries
- fresh goat cheese
- toasted, salted cashews
- cured meats like prosciutto, pancetta, coppa, salami, soppressata, sausage or pepperoni
- Honeycrisp apple,
- lemon juice
- fresh basil leaves

How to Make Patriotic Charcuterie Board
On large board or platter, arrange watermelon, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, cheese, cashews, meat and apples. Have fun with it!
Drizzle fruit with lemon juice.
Garnish with basil leaves before serving.
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Patriotic Charcuterie Board
Packed with a delightful assortment of cured meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and patriotic accompaniments, this patriotic charcuterie board is not only visually stunning but also a delicious feast for the taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium seedless watermelon, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- 10 strawberries (dipped in white chocolate, if desired)
- 5 ounces fresh goat cheese
- 1/2 cup toasted, salted cashews
- 2 ounces cured meats like prosciutto, pancetta, coppa, salami, soppressata, sausage or pepperoni
- 1 Honeycrisp apple, cored and sliced
- lemon juice
- fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- On large board or platter, arrange watermelon, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, cheese, cashews, meat and apples. Have fun with it!
- Drizzle fruit with lemon juice.
- Garnish with basil leaves before serving.
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