A colorful board with cheeses, fresh fruits, vegetables, and crunchy snacks, designed for fun gatherings.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz mini mozzarella balls
03 - 3.5 oz gouda cheese, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
04 - 1 cup red grapes
05 - 1 cup blueberries
06 - 1 apple, sliced
07 - 1 kiwi, sliced
→ Vegetables
08 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
09 - 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
10 - 1 cup baby carrots
→ Crunchy Snacks
11 - 1 cup pretzel sticks
12 - 1 cup multigrain crackers
→ Dips & Extras
13 - 1/2 cup hummus
14 - 1/4 cup ranch dip
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Place a large wooden board or platter on your workspace. If desired, use parchment paper to sketch the outline of a spaceship as a guide.
02 - Position cheddar cubes, mozzarella balls, and gouda slices in the center area to resemble the main fuselage of the spaceship.
03 - Use apple slices and kiwi rounds to form the cockpit and window shapes on the front section of the layout.
04 - Scatter red grapes and blueberries along the body of the spaceship to add color and form additional shapes.
05 - Arrange pretzel sticks and baby carrots at the lower part of the board to simulate rocket boosters and flames beneath the spaceship.
06 - Place red bell pepper strips and cucumber slices around the base area to imitate exhaust smoke emerging from the rocket.
07 - Set small bowls with hummus and ranch dip at the corners of the board, representing fuel cells for the spaceship.
08 - Distribute multigrain crackers along the edges of the board to resemble stars or space debris surrounding the ship.
09 - Use any leftover fruits and vegetables to fill gaps, enhancing the visual theme and creating a balanced presentation. Serve immediately.
