Evergreen wreath board arrangement (Print View)

Festive board with cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and creamy dip surrounded by rosemary and olive branches.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz Brie cheese, sliced into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, cut into rounds

→ Cured Meats (optional, omit for vegetarian)

04 - 2.8 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 2.8 oz salami, sliced

→ Fresh Fruits

06 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
07 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
08 - 1/2 cup pomegranate arils

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
10 - 1/2 cup mini cucumbers, sliced

→ Nuts & Extras

11 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
12 - 1/2 cup mixed olives (green and black)
13 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries

→ Foliage

14 - 6–8 sprigs fresh rosemary
15 - Small olive branches, thoroughly washed, edible varieties recommended

→ Center Dip

16 - 1 cup whipped feta dip or hummus
17 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
18 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Set a small bowl in the center of a large round serving board and fill it with whipped feta dip or hummus. Drizzle olive oil on top and season with freshly cracked black pepper.
02 - Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs and olive branches in a circular pattern around the bowl forming the foundation of the wreath.
03 - Distribute Brie wedges, cheddar cubes, and goat cheese rounds evenly around the foliage, alternating to enhance color and texture contrast.
04 - Fold or roll the prosciutto and salami slices and tuck them between the cheese pieces, omitting this step if preparing a fully vegetarian option.
05 - Nestle halved red and green grapes, cherry tomatoes, and sliced mini cucumbers amongst the cheeses and meats for freshness and vibrancy.
06 - Distribute pomegranate arils, roasted almonds, mixed olives, and dried cranberries evenly across the wreath for bursts of flavor and visual appeal.
07 - Adjust the arrangement as needed to maintain a perfectly balanced circular wreath ensuring all components are visually appealing.
08 - Present immediately with crackers or bread on the side if desired to complement the spread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours on it, but it takes just 30 minutes and requires zero cooking—just arrangement and intention
  • It's endlessly customizable, so whether your guests are vegetarian, meat-loving, or have specific tastes, there's always a spot for them on the board
  • People genuinely light up when they see it—there's something about the wreath shape and the fresh herbs that makes everyone feel special
02 -
  • Prep everything ahead but arrange no more than 2 hours before serving—the fresh elements (grapes, tomatoes, herbs) start to wilt or dry out if they sit too long on a warm platter
  • Cheese at room temperature tastes infinitely better than cold cheese straight from the fridge, so take these out about 20 minutes before you assemble, and everything becomes instantly more luxurious
  • The olive branches really do make the entire difference in the visual effect—without them, it's a nice board; with them, it's a wreath, and your guests will feel the distinction the moment they see it
03 -
  • Use a round platter or board—the circular shape is what makes it read as a wreath, and your eye naturally completes the circle even if there are gaps
  • Arrange cheeses first while they're still cool and hold their shape, then add the more delicate elements last so they don't get squished or drying out during assembly
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