French Cheese Board

A French Cheese Board, or 'Plateau de Fromages', is an elegant assortment of various cheeses served as a course, typically after the main meal and before dessert. It showcases a curated selection of textures and flavors, often including soft, hard, blue, and fresh varieties like Brie, Comté, Roquefort, and Chèvre, accompanied by bread, fruit, and nuts. This tradition is a cornerstone of French gastronomy, emphasizing the diversity and regional pride of the country's cheesemaking heritage.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

A typical serving is high in fat and provides a significant amount of protein, with minimal carbohydrates. It is a rich source of calcium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus, with a calorie ballpark of around 300-500 kcal per 100g serving, depending on the cheese selection.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	30 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	750 mg
Calcium	700 mg
Phosphorus	450 mg
Vitamin B12	1.5 µg
Vitamin A	250 µg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Selenium	18 µg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg
Vitamin K	3 µg

Per A typical selection of 3-4 cheeses (approx. 100 g total) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the cheese course is a mandatory part of a formal French meal, reflecting the country's deep connection to 'terroir'—the idea that geography and tradition impart unique flavors. Nutritionally, fermented cheeses contain probiotics and are a highly bioavailable source of calcium, crucial for bone health.