Portable Charcuterie to Go
Discover easy charcuterie to go ideas with our portable recipe featuring salami, prosciutto, cheeses, fruits and nuts. Perfect for picnics, travel or quick snacks.
Equipment
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
Meats
- 4 ounces sliced hard salami
- 3 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
Cheeses
- 4 ounces firm cheddar cheese, block
- 3 ounces soft goat cheese log
Fruits & Nuts
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, washed
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries, washed
- 1/4 cup dried apricots
- 1/2 cup marinated olives, drained
- 1/4 cup salted almonds
Accompaniments
- 4 ounces artisan crackers
- 2 tablespoons honey or fig jam
Containers & Tools
- 2 small deli containers, 2-ounce capacity
- 4 small wooden skewers, 4-inch length
- 1 airtight portable container with compartments, approximately 8 x 6 inches
Instructions
- Using a small, sharp knife, cut the block of cheddar cheese into 1/2-inch cubes. Unwrap the goat cheese log and slice it into 1/2-inch thick rounds. If desired, you can gently crumble the goat cheese.
- Ensure the grapes and blackberries are thoroughly washed and dried to prevent excess moisture. Arrange the dried apricots and salted almonds in small, separate piles or compartments within your portable container.
- For the sliced salami, fold each slice into quarters or roll them into a tight cylinder. For the prosciutto, gently fold each slice into small, loose ribbons. This presentation makes them easier to pick up and eat.
- Place the cubed cheddar cheese and sliced or crumbled goat cheese into separate compartments or sections of your airtight container. Add the folded salami and prosciutto, keeping them separate from the cheeses to prevent flavors from mingling too much.
- Fill in the remaining spaces with the washed grapes, blackberries, dried apricots, and salted almonds. Neatly stack the artisan crackers in their own designated compartment, ensuring they won't get crushed.
- Spoon the honey or fig jam into the small 2-ounce deli containers. Secure their lids tightly. Place the drained marinated olives into another small deli container. Tuck these sealed containers into the main charcuterie box, fitting them snugly.
- Place the small wooden skewers or toothpicks alongside the other components. These will be useful for picking up cheese, fruit, and olives without needing a full utensil set.
- Close the airtight portable container securely. If not consuming immediately, refrigerate the packed charcuterie box for up to 4 hours to maintain freshness and safety. This will keep all components cool until ready to enjoy.
Notes
If not consuming immediately, refrigerate the packed charcuterie box for up to 4 hours to maintain freshness and safety.