Description
This Charcuterie Wreath is a beautifully arranged, no-cook appetizer featuring a delightful assortment of fresh and marinated ingredients like grape tomatoes, mozzarella balls, pepperoncini, artichokes, olives, salami, and prosciutto. Skewered and layered in a wreath shape, it’s garnished with fresh basil and rosemary, making it a stunning centerpiece perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients
- 10 ounces grape tomatoes
- 8 ounces small mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
- 1 large bunch fresh basil leaves
- 1 bunch fresh rosemary (for garnish)
Marinated and Pickled Ingredients
- 8 ounces pepperoncini peppers (drained and quartered)
- 7 ounces marinated artichokes (drained and quartered)
Olives
- 6 ounces medium black olives (pitted)
- 5 ounces Castelvetrano olives (pitted)
Meats
- 5 ounces salami (halved)
- 4 ounces prosciutto (sliced into 1-inch strips)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients required for making the wreath to ensure a smooth assembly process.
- Prepare Skewers: Take a skewer and thread 4-5 different ingredients onto it. Vary the combination on each skewer to create a visually appealing and colorful wreath.
- Form Base Layer: Arrange a layer of skewers in a circular wreath shape on your serving plate or board, which will serve as the wreath’s foundation.
- Add Additional Layers: Continue placing more skewers into circular layers on top of the base, building up the wreath.
- Complete Assembly: Keep layering skewers until all ingredients are used, ensuring the wreath looks full and vibrant.
- Garnish with Rosemary: Cut the fresh rosemary into small sprigs and tuck them randomly throughout the wreath for visual interest and aroma.
- Serve Immediately: Present the wreath to guests right away for the best freshness and flavor experience.
Notes
- Feel free to swap or add other favorite charcuterie items like cheese cubes, different olives, or meats for variety.
- Make sure skewers are sturdy enough to hold multiple ingredients without breaking.
- Drain marinated items well to prevent the wreath from becoming soggy.
- This wreath works best if prepared shortly before serving to maintain freshness.
- Use a large round serving board or plate to support the wreath shape effectively.
