Save A rustic and hearty mountain-inspired snack board, perfect for sharing after a day of adventure. This platter features regional cheeses, cured meats, fresh bread, and vibrant accompaniments for an energizing and sociable collation.
I first served this snack board after a day hiking in the mountains and it quickly became a family favorite for its rustic charm and diverse flavors.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Comté sliced, 100 g Tomme de Savoie sliced, 100 g Reblochon cut into wedges
- Cured Meats: 80 g Saucisson sec sliced, 80 g Jambon cru (dry-cured ham) thinly sliced
- Fresh Items: 1 small bunch grapes washed, 1 apple sliced, 1 small cucumber sliced, 1 handful cherry tomatoes
- Bread & Crackers: 1 rustic baguette sliced, 50 g walnut bread sliced, 40 g crispbread or crackers
- Condiments & Extras: 40 g cornichons, 30 g wholegrain mustard, 30 g mountain honey, 30 g mixed nuts (walnuts, hazelnuts)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large wooden board, spacing them apart for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the cured meats around the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Add bunches of grapes, apple slices, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes to fill gaps and add color.
- Step 4:
- Place bread slices and crackers along the edges of the board.
- Step 5:
- Fill small bowls or ramekins with cornichons, mustard, honey, and mixed nuts. Place them on the board.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.
Save This snack board has brought many joyful moments to our family gatherings, making every adventure feel even more special when we come together to enjoy it.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or platter, small bowls or ramekins, bread knife, cheese knife
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), wheat and gluten (bread and crackers), tree nuts, mustard. Cured meats may contain nitrites. Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 420 calories, 22 g total fat, 35 g carbohydrates, 19 g protein
Save This mountain snack board is the perfect final touch to any alpine day, delivering both taste and conviviality in every bite.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses are included in the board?
The board features Comté, Tomme de Savoie, and Reblochon cheeses, selected for their rich alpine flavors and textures.
- → Can I make a vegetarian version?
Yes, simply omit cured meats and add more nuts, dried fruits, or marinated vegetables to keep the board hearty and flavorful.
- → What breads work best with this snack board?
Rustic baguette slices, walnut bread, and crispbread or crackers provide a variety of textures complementing the cheeses and meats.
- → What kind of accompaniments are recommended?
Fresh fruits like grapes and apple, crunchy vegetables like cucumber and cherry tomatoes, plus cornichons, wholegrain mustard, mountain honey, and mixed nuts heighten the taste experience.
- → How should this board be served?
Arrange ingredients separately for easy access and encourage guests to mix and match flavors. Serve immediately for best freshness.
- → Are there wine pairings suggested?
Dry white wines such as Apremont or light reds like Pinot Noir complement the rich mountain flavors beautifully.