Picnic Basket Snack Board

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This vibrant basket combines an assortment of cheeses, fresh fruits, crunchy crackers, and nuts, bringing together sweet and savory flavors effortlessly. Perfect for outdoor picnics, the board is easy to assemble with no cooking required. The mix of ingredients offers variety and freshness, complemented by dips like hummus and honey. Customize by including meats or vegetarian alternatives to suit your preferences, making it an ideal shareable spread for any gathering.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 08:39:00 GMT
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A vibrant, portable snack board perfect for outdoor gatherings, featuring a mix of sweet and savory components ideal for sharing.

This snack board has become my go-to for picnics because it offers variety and is super easy to assemble.

Ingredients

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  • Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar cubed, 100 g brie sliced, 100 g goat cheese crumbled
  • Meats (optional omit for vegetarian): 80 g sliced salami, 80 g prosciutto
  • Crackers & Bread: 1 cup assorted crackers, 1 small baguette sliced
  • Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, 1 apple sliced, 1/2 cup dried apricots
  • Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cucumber rounds, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Nuts & Extras: 1/3 cup roasted almonds, 1/4 cup olives, 1/4 cup hummus, 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange all cheeses and meats (if using) evenly on a large portable board or platter.
Step 2:
Fill spaces with crackers, baguette slices, and fresh fruits.
Step 3:
Add vegetables, grouping by type for visual appeal.
Step 4:
Scatter nuts and olives around the board.
Step 5:
Place hummus and honey in small containers or ramekins and add to the board.
Step 6:
Cover tightly with plastic wrap or secure in a picnic-safe container until ready to serve.
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A visually inviting Picnic Basket Snack Board with grapes, crackers, and creamy cheeses for an easy picnic. | grillandbites.com

Sharing this snack board always brings smiles and sparks great conversations at family picnics.

Notes

Add chocolate pieces or energy bites for a sweet touch. Pair with sparkling water lemonade or a chilled white wine.

Required Tools

Large portable board or platter. Small containers or ramekins for dips. Picnic knife. Plastic wrap or food-safe cover.

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cheese) nuts (almonds) gluten (crackers baguette) and possible traces of soy (hummus). Check individual ingredient labels for allergens such as sesame (hummus) or gluten-free needs.

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Vibrant Picnic Basket Snack Board overflowing with assorted snacks; a delicious appetizer for your next outing. | grillandbites.com

This snack board is both convenient and crowd-pleasing, a perfect addition to any picnic or gathering.

Recipe FAQ

β†’ What cheeses work best for this snack board?

Aged cheddar, creamy brie, and tangy goat cheese create a balanced flavor profile and texture variety.

β†’ How should I keep the board fresh for outdoor use?

Pack cold items in an insulated bag with ice packs and cover the board with plastic wrap until serving.

β†’ Can the meats be substituted for vegetarian options?

Yes, roasted chickpeas or extra nuts can replace meats for a vegetarian-friendly selection.

β†’ What fruits complement this snack mix well?

Red grapes, sliced apples, and dried apricots add sweetness and color contrast to the board.

β†’ Are there suggested accompaniments for this spread?

Sparkling water, lemonade, or chilled white wine pair wonderfully with the diverse flavors on the board.

Picnic Basket Snack Board

Portable snack board with cheeses, fruits, nuts, and more, ideal for sharing outdoors.

Prep duration
20 min
0
Overall duration
20 min


Skill level Easy

Heritage International

Output 4 Portions

Dietary requirements Vegetarian

Components

Cheeses

01 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 3.5 oz brie, sliced
03 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled

Meats (optional; omit for vegetarian)

01 2.8 oz sliced salami
02 2.8 oz prosciutto

Crackers & Bread

01 1 cup assorted crackers
02 1 small baguette, sliced

Fruits

01 1 cup red grapes
02 1 apple, sliced
03 0.5 cup dried apricots

Vegetables

01 1 cup baby carrots
02 1 cup cucumber rounds
03 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

Nuts & Extras

01 0.33 cup roasted almonds
02 0.25 cup olives
03 0.25 cup hummus
04 2 tablespoons honey

Directions

Phase 01

Arrange cheeses and meats: Place all cheeses and meats, if using, evenly on a large portable board or platter.

Phase 02

Add crackers and fruits: Fill remaining spaces with assorted crackers, sliced baguette, and fresh fruits.

Phase 03

Incorporate vegetables: Arrange vegetables by type for an appealing visual presentation.

Phase 04

Scatter nuts and olives: Distribute roasted almonds and olives evenly around the board.

Phase 05

Place dips: Place hummus and honey in small containers or ramekins and add to the board.

Phase 06

Cover for transport: Cover tightly with plastic wrap or secure in a picnic-safe container until served.

Tools needed

  • Large portable board or platter
  • Small containers or ramekins for dips
  • Picnic knife
  • Plastic wrap or food-safe cover

Allergy details

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and consult healthcare providers if you're uncertain about any components.
  • Contains dairy, nuts, gluten, and possible traces of soy.
  • Check labels for sesame and gluten-free options as needed.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

These values are estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 410
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Protein: 16 g