# What You 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
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)
# How To Make It:
01 - Place all cheeses centrally on a large serving board to form the butterfly’s body.
02 - Symmetrically spread fresh fruits, vegetables, and optional charcuterie on either side to mimic butterfly wings.
03 - Position pineapple pieces cut with a butterfly-shaped cutter onto the wings to enhance the motif.
04 - Fill remaining gaps with assorted crackers, bread slices, and rolled charcuterie to complete the composition.
05 - Scatter edible flowers and fresh mint leaves over the board for a vibrant, summery aesthetic.
06 - Accompany the board with small bowls of honey or fruit preserves for drizzling.