Cheese Board / Charcuterie Platter

Cheese Board / Charcuterie Platter recipe videos

A cheese board or charcuterie platter is an artfully arranged selection of cheeses, cured meats, and accompaniments like fruits, nuts, and crackers, designed for sharing. Originating from European culinary traditions, particularly French and Italian, it has become a global staple for social gatherings and appetizers. The components are chosen to offer a balance of flavors, textures, and colors.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This platter is typically high in fat and protein, with moderate carbs from accompaniments like crackers or bread. It provides key nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie ballpark of 300-500 kcal per standard serving, depending on the specific items and portion sizes.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	850 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Zinc	3 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg

Per 1 typical serving (about 150 g, including 50 g cheese, 40 g cured meat, 30 g crackers, and 30 g fruit/nuts) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, cheese boards represent the art of 'grazing' and social dining, encouraging slow eating and conversation. Nutritionally, fermented cheeses and cured meats can be rich in probiotics and bioavailable nutrients, though they are also high in sodium and saturated fats.