Easy No-Cook Charcuterie Picnic Box for Two
A quick and easy no-cook charcuterie box perfect for spontaneous picnics or cozy nights in, featuring a balanced mix of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz (113 g) prosciutto slices, thinly sliced
- 3 oz (85 g) soppressata or Genoa salami, spicy or mild
- 4 oz (113 g) soft goat cheese, creamy and spreadable
- 3 oz (85 g) aged cheddar, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 oz (57 g) brie wedge, optional
- 1 cup (150 g) seedless green grapes, washed and dried
- 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup (75 g) mixed olives, pitted
- 6 small dill pickles or cornichons
- ¼ cup (35 g) raw or Marcona almonds, lightly toasted if preferred
- 1–2 tsp honey, for drizzling
- 1 tbsp whole-grain mustard
- About 12 pieces of crackers or baguette slices
Instructions
- Prepare the fresh produce: rinse grapes and cherry tomatoes under cold water; pat dry. Halve the cherry tomatoes and remove grapes from stems. Set aside to drain any moisture.
- Slice the cheeses: cut aged cheddar into small cubes about ½ inch each. Slice brie wedge into thin pieces. Leave goat cheese in log form but slice off rounds or serve with a cheese spreader.
- Arrange the meats: loosely fold or roll prosciutto slices. Arrange salami slices in overlapping circles.
- Portion crunchy and sweet elements: lightly toast almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat if desired (about 3 minutes). Place in a small container. Spoon honey and whole-grain mustard into separate ramekins.
- Assemble the box: place crackers or baguette slices on one side. Add clusters of grapes and tomatoes next to cheese sections. Fill gaps with olives and pickles. Place nuts in a small container. Drizzle honey over goat cheese just before serving.
- Add final touches: include fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme sprigs for aroma and presentation. Wrap the box securely if transporting and keep chilled if needed.
Notes
Keep moist items like tomatoes and grapes separate until just before serving to avoid sogginess. Let cheeses come to room temperature before serving for best flavor. Use good-quality deli meats for best taste. Store assembled boxes in the fridge if not eating immediately. Toast almonds lightly if preferred. For dairy-free option, replace goat cheese with nut-based spread or hummus. Use gluten-free crackers or veggie sticks for gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 picnic box serving
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 37.5
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 22.5
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 22.5
Keywords: no-cook, charcuterie, picnic, easy snack, summer snack, quick meal, cheese, meats, fresh fruit, nuts