Salami Rose Charcuterie Board Bouquet
Introducing the Salami rose charcuterie board!
Are you planning to celebrate Valentine’s Day with friends or family this year? Elevate your gathering with this special and visually stunning snack – a charcuterie board that resembles a beautiful bouquet of roses!
Not only does it make for a delightful presentation, but it is also a quick and easy treat to whip up for the occasion.
Let me show you how to make this beauty!
Salami Roses: The Heart of the Board
The star attraction of this charcuterie board is undoubtedly the salami roses.
Creating them is a breeze! Arrange slices of salami around the edge of a shot glass, overlapping them until you achieve a rose shape.
Experiment with different types and sizes of salamis to add depth and variety to your display.
Cheese Roses
Complementing the salami roses are cheese roses. Roll up your favorite cheeses and secure them with toothpicks. This simple addition adds both texture and flavor to your bouquet.
Green Onion Flowers
For an extra touch, incorporate flowers made from green onions. Slice the white part into thin pieces, stopping about an inch from the top, and fray them to resemble a flower.
Fruits and Veggies: Blooms of Flavor
No charcuterie board is complete without a touch of freshness. Use large red grapes and cauliflower florets strategically placed to mimic additional roses. Scatter the various meats, cheeses, and fruits throughout the bouquet, creating a visually appealing arrangement.
Garnish with Herbs
Enhance the aesthetic with a sprinkle of fresh herbs like sage leaves or thyme. Alternatively, basil or spinach leaves can be used for a burst of color and flavor.
Crafting the Perfect Bouquet
To add the finishing touch, create flower stems using the leftover green parts of the onions. Take a thin slice and tie them into bows. This not only adds a charming detail but also enhances the overall presentation.
Transportation and Presentation
Heading to a party or a loved one’s home? Transport your masterpiece like a bouquet of roses. Wrap the bottom with parchment paper and tie it with a pretty bow for a delightful and portable Valentine’s Day gift.
The Right Board for the Job
Choosing the right board is crucial. Opt for boards in this shape, easily available on Amazon or Target.
A black one with a handle is not only stylish but also practical for incorporating the onion stems. It also makes wrapping for transportation a breeze.
Salami Rose Charcuterie Board Recipe
- 1-3 Sliced Varieties of Salami
- 1-3 Sliced Varieties of Cheese
- 1 Sliced Fresh Mozzarella log (cut into heart shapes)
- 1 Bunch Large Red Grapes
- 1/4 Head Cauliflower
- 6-10 Green Onions (The white part for flowers and the green part to make the stems for the bouquet and the bow)
- 1 Bunch of Sage Leaves, Basil Leaves, or Spinach Leaves
- 1 Bunch Thyme
Instructions:
- Make salami roses and secure them with toothpicks until ready to assemble the bouquet.
- Roll up different cheeses to resemble roses and secure them with toothpicks.
- Arrange salami and cheese in a bouquet fashion on your charcuterie board.
- If you have mozzarella hearts, use these to accentuate around the bouquet.
- Remove toothpicks from salami and insert large grapes and cauliflower in between to secure them in the rose shape.
- Slice the white ends of green onions about one inch, then fray the thin slices to resemble flowers. Place them among the salami and cheese roses.
- Take a couple of varieties of leaves (e.g., sage and thyme) and place them around the bouquet for added aesthetics.
- Use about 5-6 green onion tops (just the green parts) and place them at the bottom of your bouquet to resemble flower stems.
- Slice one green onion down the green part to make a thin piece. Gently tie it around the middle of the stems to create a bow.
Enjoy your Salami Rose Charcuterie Board – a feast for both the eyes and the palate!
Conclusion
This Valentine’s Day, surprise your loved ones with a memorable and delectable alternative to traditional roses.
A Salami rose charcuterie board transformed into a bouquet is not only a feast for the eyes but a treat for the taste buds.
We are wishing you a delicious and fun-filled Valentine’s Day celebration!
Salami Rose Charcuterie Board
Equipment
- 1 Charcuterie Board
- 1-3 Different size juice or shot glasses To make salami roses
Ingredients
- 1-3 Sliced Varieties of Salami
- 1-3 Sliced Varieties of Cheese
- 1 Sliced Fresh Mozarella log and cut into heart shapes
- 1 Bunch Large Red Grapes
- 1/4 Head Cauliflower
- 6-10 Green onions White part for flowers and the green part to make the stems for the bouquet and the bow
- 1 Bunch Sage Leaves, Basil Leaves or Spinach Leaves
- 1 Bunch Thyme
Instructions
- Make salami roses and secure with toothpicks until ready to make bouquet
- Roll up different cheese to resemble roses and secure with toothpicks
- Place salami and cheese in a bouquet fashion on your board
- If you have the mozzarella hearts use these to accent around the bouquet
- Pull toothpicks out of salami and wedge large grapes and cauliflower inbetween which should secure them in the rose shape
- Slice white ends of green onions in about one inch then fray the thin slices out to resemble a flower then place amongst the above roses.
- Take a couple varieties of leaves and place around the bouquet. I used sage and thyme
- Take about 5-6 green onions tops – so just the green parts and place at the bottom of your bouquet to look like the stems of the flowers.
- Slice one green onion all down the green part to make a thin piece. Gently tie around the middle of the stems to look like a bow
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