Arrowhead Directional Board (Printable)

A striking board featuring angled cheeses, meats, and produce arranged to highlight a dip center.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cut into triangles
02 - 3.5 oz brie, sliced into wedges
03 - 3.5 oz gouda, cut into strips

→ Meats (omit for vegetarian)

04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced and folded

→ Fresh Produce

06 - 1 cup seedless grapes, in small clusters
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1 small cucumber, sliced diagonally
09 - 1 small red bell pepper, sliced into strips

→ Crackers & Bread

10 - 1 cup artisan crackers
11 - 1 small baguette, sliced on the bias

→ Nuts & Extras

12 - ½ cup marcona almonds
13 - ¼ cup dried apricots
14 - ¼ cup olives

→ Dips & Spreads

15 - 1 small bowl (about 3.5 fl oz) herbed hummus or whipped feta dip

# How to Prepare:

01 - Place the dip bowl at one end or corner of the board to establish the arrowhead point.
02 - Fan out cheese wedges and triangles with their points facing the dip bowl.
03 - If using, arrange folded meats in lines directed toward the dip to maintain visual flow.
04 - Lay sliced vegetables and fruit clusters diagonally, angling them toward the dip bowl.
05 - Place crackers and bread slices in radiating lines all oriented to point at the dip.
06 - Evenly distribute nuts, dried apricots, and olives along the lines between main components.
07 - Adjust for balance and fill gaps, keeping all elements angled toward the focal dip bowl.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's stunning enough to be the star of any party, and requires zero cooking skills or time in the kitchen
  • The directional arrangement naturally guides guests exactly where you want them to go—toward your best dip
  • You can customize it endlessly based on what you have on hand, making it perfect for any dietary preference
02 -
  • Always arrange your board no more than 30 minutes before guests arrive—fresh ingredients stay vibrant and cured meats won't dry out from exposure
  • Cut your vegetables and fruit as close to serving time as possible, especially tomatoes and cucumbers, or they'll weep moisture that ruins your beautiful presentation
03 -
  • Use a large wooden or slate board (at least 14 by 10 inches) for your canvas—size matters when you're creating visual flow
  • Keep a damp kitchen towel nearby while arranging to wipe your hands frequently; fingerprints on cheese and fruit are noticeable and distract from your design
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