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    Keto Charcuterie Board

    Published: Apr 17, 2023 Updated: Apr 17, 2023 By: Cassidy Stauffer May earn from affiliate links.

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    This keto charcuterie board is a perfect snack or appetizer for a party, entertaining, or even date night! In this post, I'll show you step-by-step how to build a delicious, show-stopping charcuterie board that will wow your guests or that you can take to the next party or get-together.

    overhead shot of charcuterie board.

    Jump to:
    • What is a charcuterie board?
    • Choosing a board
    • Selecting ingredients
    • Assembly instructions
    • How to serve
    • Make ahead and storage
    • Top tips
    • Variations
    • ๐Ÿ“– Recipe
    • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Comments

    What is a charcuterie board?

    For those of you who are new to charcuterie boards (pronounced shahr-ku-tuh-ree), charcuterie basically means cold, cooked meats.

    So when making a keto charcuterie board, the board is based primarily on deli meats or cured meats with an assortment of cheeses, nuts, pickles, or anything else that compliments the meat. All of which are beautifully arranged on a serving board.

    Or if you're looking for more keto appetizer recipes, I think you'll love these deviled eggs with bacon and bbq meatballs with cranberry!

    ❤️ Why You'll Love This DIY Charcuterie Board: It is 1) Quick and easy to prepare. 2) A perfect make-ahead appetizer, snack, or small dinner. 3) Easy to customize with your favorite meats and cheeses. 4) Full of flavors and textures. 5) 100% gluten-free, low-carb, and keto!

    Choosing a board

    First off, you'll need to select the board you are going to use. It can be large, small, and in any shape you prefer.

    A small board is fun for date night, a picnic, or a night in. For a larger crowd, choose a large board or make two to give your guests plenty of options.

    For the board, you can use a wooden cutting board, serving tray, or any flat surface.

    Don't have a beautiful board or serving tray? No problem! There are some gorgeous charcuterie boards on Amazon to choose from! Or, simply line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. It will still look stunning and beautiful!

    Selecting ingredients

    Since charcuterie boards are primarily based on meats, I recommend using, at minimum, 3 different kinds of meats.

    Meat

    I prefer prosciutto, salami, and deli meat - but use whatever you prefer!

    Here are meats that would work great on your board:

    • Pancetta
    • Salami
    • Prosciutto
    • Capicola
    • Soppressata
    • Pepperoni
    • Chorizo
    • Deli Meats
    close up of cubed cheese with meats.

    Cheese

    Now, choose 2 to 3 different kinds of cheeses.

    Here are some cheese ideas:

    • Cheddar
    • Goat Cheese
    • Mozzarella Balls (great with tomatoes and basil!)
    • Brie
    • Manchego
    • Havarti
    • Gouda
    • Pepper Jack (or any mildly spicy cheese)

    Pickled ingredients

    After that choose 1 or 2 pickled items (such as olives or pickles) to put on your board.

    Pickled ingredients add flavor but also help to balance out the richness of the meats and cheeses on the board.

    Crackers, fruit, nuts, and garnishes

    When choosing items, be sure to choose foods with a variety of colors because you don't want your board to look boring! Look for some low-carb berries, such as strawberries or raspberries, to add pops of color.

    Also, bright green fresh herbs, such as basil, fresh mint, and rosemary also make great compliments and add pops of color.

    The same goes for texture, variety is key. Look for something bright and shiny, such as sugar-free jams, spreads, or olives, to go alongside the rougher, dryer ingredients such as keto crackers, nuts, and cheeses.

    If possible, try to include the 4 S's on your board:

    • Savory - meats & cheeses. I like to include at least 3 varieties of each.
    • Salty - meats are salty, so that's covered. However, nuts and crackers can also be included for a saltier variety
    • Spicy - no need to go overboard, but a spicy cheese or pepper jelly is always a good idea
    • Sweet - low-carb berries, sugar-free jams or jellies, or even cubed keto bars will cover you on the sweet front.

    Assembly instructions

    You may think that once you have your ingredients you can just throw it all on your board and it will be gorgeous, but not so! It requires a little bit of strategy. But don't worry, I'll walk you through all of the simple steps!

    1. Bowls

    bowls with garnishes on cutting board.

    Every charcuterie board should include a few bowls.

    Here are a few things that would work great in bowls:

    • Ranch dressing with chopped veggies
    • Hummus or dark chocolate hummus (use wholesome yum maple syrup for keto) with keto crackers (or flackers for store-bought)
    • Coarse ground mustard
    • Sugar-free jams or jellies
    • Keto Fruit Dip With Cream Cheese
    • Olives
    • Pickles

    Bowls are also great for small nuts or any berries that may stain.

    Once you have your bowls, place them around the board randomly. The number of bowls will depend on the size of your board.

    2. Meats & Cheeses

    Next, add your meats and cheeses. For a prettier presentation, you want to fold the meat in various ways.

    laying prosciutto on cutting board.

    If using prosciutto, I love making a beautiful ribbon at a diagonal across the board. To do this, hold each piece vertically and slowly lower it in one place, allowing it to fall over on itself.

    If you can, make them light and airy with some of the edges pointed up for a beautiful ribbon shape.

    folding meat.

    For large circle slices, you can fold them in half twice into a triangle shape and line them up to create a border or arrange them like a deck of cards.

    For large circle slices that aren't as flexible, you can just fold them in half one time.

    💭Top Tip: Always fold the meats to be light and not compacted.

    brie cut into wedges.

    Then add the cheese. If you can, use different shapes for the cheeses. Some can be cubed, some sliced, and some can be served as wedges, such as brie.

    meats and cheeses arranged on board.

    I've started adding Good Good Sugar-Free Jam to my brie's top in my recent keto charcuterie boards. It's not only gorgeous with beautiful color and texture, but it tastes amazing, too!

    3. Crackers

    While not required, having some low-carb keto crackers is a great addition to your charcuterie board!

    close up of keto crackers.

    I love whipping up some keto crackers from my Keto Breads Cookbook. However, if you prefer store-bought, Flackers are readily available and keto-friendly.

    4. Fruit, Veggies, Nuts, & Garnishes

    Now it's time to fill in all the remaining spaces!

    Place a particular veggie or fruit that goes with a dip (such as ranch dressing, hummus, or fruit dip) close to their respective dips.

    Otherwise, just fill in all the gaps on your tray with various low-carb fruits or berries, chopped veggies, nuts, & pickled items.

    Then top it off with fresh garnishes, such as rosemary, basil, and mint for beautiful pops of color.

    Try to fill in all the spaces without leaving any bare spots. And that's it - you're done!

    overhead shot of completed keto charcuterie board.

    How to serve

    After you make your board, it's a good idea to have a few small plates and utensils for serving so everyone isn't eating directly over the platter with their hands in everything!

    Also, don't forget the bubbly! A dry red wine is a perfect low-carb option to serve with your charcuterie board 🍷

    And don't let your low-carb charcuterie board sit out for more than 2 hours, maybe even less if the temperature outside is hot.

    If it sits out more than 2 hours, the food may spoil, and you risk making your guests sick.

    Make ahead and storage

    • Make-Ahead: The meats and cheeses can be cut up to 1 to 2 days beforehand and stored covered in the fridge.
    • Store: After assembly, it can be stored, tightly covered with plastic wrap, for a few hours up to overnight. Just be sure to add the crackers (and jam if using) just before serving; otherwise, they may get soggy.

    Top tips

    Even though there aren't specific rules, follow these tips for the best taste and presentation:

    • Create variety. Give your guests plenty to choose from with lots of variety and textures!
    • Fold and cut everything differently, and fold the meats to be light and not compacted. This will keep your low-carb board interesting.
    • If serving to guests, be sure to include some typical ingredients. Not everyone likes fancy meats and cheeses. Be sure to have a few basics, such as ham, turkey, or cheddar cheese.

    Variations

    Looking for more charcuterie board variations? Here are some fun ideas:

    • Dessert Charcuterie Board. Make a board of sugar-free chocolate, low-carb berries, sugar-free cream cheese fruit dip, and keto desserts!
    • Breakfast Charcuterie Board. Pair breakfast meats with coconut flour pancakes, keto drop biscuits, and other low-carb breakfast foods.
    • Italian Charcuterie Board. Pair Italian meats and cheeses such as mozzarella balls, provolone with marinated artichoke hearts, and pepperoni garnished with basil. A Caprese Salad would also be delicious!

    If you've tried this keto charcuterie board, please let me know what you think in the comments below!

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    ๐Ÿ“– Recipe

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    Keto Charcuterie Board

    This keto charcuterie board is a perfect snack or appetizer for a party, entertaining, or even date night! The recipe below is just a guide, please feel free to use your favorite meats, cheeses, and extras. See the post above for more ideas.
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    Cuisine: American, French
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 servings
    CALORIES :361kcal
    CARBS :18g
    FIBER :5g
    Author: Cassidy Stauffer

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup Assorted Olives
    • ½ cup Baby Pickles
    • ½ cup Blueberries, Blackberries, or Raspberries
    • ½ cup Hummus
    • 6 oz Prosciutto
    • 6 oz Deli Meat
    • 6 oz Salami
    • 1 container Brie
    • 5 oz Cheddar Cheese
    • 5 oz Gouda
    • ¼ cup Sugar-Free Jam
    • 1 Batch Keto Crackers
    • 10 whole Strawberries - hulled and sliced
    • ¼ cup Mixed Nuts
    • Fresh Herbs - for garnish

    Equipment

    • Cutting Board, Platter, Or Large Baking Sheet
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    Instructions

    • Place the olives, pickles, hummus, and berries in mismatched bowls and place them in a random fashion on your board.
    • Add your meats in a way pleasing to the eye. Be sure that they look light and airy, not compacted. For ideas, please refer to the post.
    • Slice the brie into small wedges, the cheddar cheese into slices, and the gouda into bite-sized squares. Add to board.
    • Spread the sugar-free jam over the brie, if using.
    • Fill in the remaining space with the keto crackers, strawberries, & mixed nuts. Add some fresh herbs for garnish and serve!

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    • If you're more of a visual learner, be sure to watch the full tutorial on my YouTube channel! Watch the video here: YouTube Charcuterie Tutorial
    • Nutrition information is for 1/12th of the entire charcuterie board.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/12th of board | Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 934mg | Potassium: 380mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 243IU | Vitamin C: 72mg | Calcium: 204mg | Iron: 1mg

    NET CARBS = Total Carbs - Fiber - Allulose - Xylitol

    Nutritional information is approximate and may vary. Sugar alcohols, xylitol, and allulose are included in the total carbs and fiber.

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