A vibrant summer spread of fruits, cheeses, charcuterie, and flowers perfect for picnics and outdoor occasions.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz brie, sliced
02 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled
03 - 3.5 oz cheddar, cubed
04 - 3.5 oz gouda, sliced
→ Charcuterie (optional for vegetarians)
05 - 2.6 oz prosciutto, folded
06 - 2.6 oz salami, rolled
→ Fresh Fruits
07 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
08 - 1 cup blueberries
09 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
10 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into butterfly shapes
11 - 1 kiwi, sliced
→ Vegetables
12 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced into rounds
13 - 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
14 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
→ Crackers & Bread
15 - 1 cup assorted crackers
16 - 1 baguette, sliced
→ Garnishes
17 - ¼ cup edible flowers (pansies, violets, nasturtiums)
18 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
19 - Honey or fruit preserves (for serving)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Place the brie, goat cheese, cheddar, and gouda centrally on a large serving board to form the butterfly’s body.
02 - Symmetrically fan out strawberries, blueberries, grapes, kiwi, cucumber, baby carrots, red bell pepper, prosciutto, and salami on either side of the cheeses to mimic butterfly wings.
03 - Position pineapple pieces cut with a butterfly-shaped cookie cutter on the wings for decorative effect.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with assorted crackers, sliced baguette, and rolled prosciutto or salami to complete the wings.
05 - Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves to enhance visual appeal and freshness.
06 - Accompany the board with small bowls of honey or fruit preserves on the side for optional drizzling.
