A colorful spread of fruits, cheeses, veggies, and flowers arranged in a butterfly-inspired design.
# What you'll need:
→ 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 using mini cookie cutter
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 - 1/4 cup edible flowers (pansies, violets, nasturtiums)
18 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
19 - Honey or fruit preserves (for serving)
# Method:
01 - Place the sliced and cubed cheeses centrally on a large serving board to form the butterfly's body.
02 - Position the fresh fruits, vegetables, and charcuterie on both sides of the cheese body symmetrically to mimic butterfly wings.
03 - Place pineapple pieces cut with a butterfly-shaped cookie cutter onto the wings for decorative effect.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with assorted crackers, bread slices, and rolled charcuterie to complete the composition.
05 - Scatter edible flowers and fresh mint leaves over the arrangement for a summery touch.
06 - Offer honey or fruit preserves in small bowls alongside for optional dipping.
