Learn how to make a stylish vegan charcuterie board. They're perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas, or even for a lazy movie night with friends.

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There's nothing more satisfying that a gorgeous platter of "sharing food." And, charcuterie boards tick all the boxes. They're casual, but elegant; not only do they look the business, they naturally bring people together.
And, the best thing about a vegetarian charcuterie board? You can build it to suit your preferences!
Related Post: You might also like my post: How To Make A Beautiful Vegetable Platter
๐What is a Charcuterie Board?
Charcuterie (pronounced "shar-ku-tuh-ree") is the art of preparing sharing platters with contrasting textures, colors and tastes. Traditionally they consist of an array of meats, cheeses, fruits and other finger foods.
But, the great thing about these stylish boards, is that you can easily substitute your favorite vegan products for the meat and cheese. In fact, I think plant based vegan charcuterie boards are even more beautiful and colorful than their traditional counterparts.
The term "charcuterie board" has come to mean all snack boards...some other names you might find them called are smorgasbords or mezze platters.

๐Ingredients
These are the ingredients I included in my vegan charcuterie board. You can make this exact board, or see below for suggestions on creative customization ideas.
- Pickles: Pickles are a tangy, crunchy addition to your vegan charcuterie board. They pair well with vegan cheeses and make great finger foods. Try gherkins (tiny pickles), pickled onions or pickled mushrooms.
- Vegan Cream Cheese: Make my vegan cream cheese recipe, or buy your favorite brand. You might also like a vegan tofu ricotta cheese for your board.
- Sweet Fruits: Fruit adds a sweet and colorful element to your vegan charcuterie board. Popular choices include grapes, apples, mandarin oranges, and figs. You could also add fruit chutneys. Or, if you're making this charcuterie board for the holidays, add some cinnamon spiced cranberry jam.
- Hummus: Hummus is an essential ingredient for a plant based charcuterie board. Try my hummus recipe, if you want to make your own. Or, switch it up and add a bowl of funky fava bean ful medames.
- Falafel: I've included a gorgeous beetroot falafel, but you can include any kind you like. Other options include vegan meats like salami and chicken. Or, make your own falafel.
- Crackers and Bread: Of course these are essential! Choose a variety of shapes and colors to make your board stand out. Bread can also be lightly toasted.
- Vegan Cheese Ball: These are so gorgeous! They make a showstopping centerpiece on any vegan charcuterie board. They're not as hard to make as they look. You can find my recipe here.
- Olives: I love Kalamata olives for their deep, salty taste. You could also choose green olives or dehydrated olives.
- Dried Fruit: I used cranberries for a holiday vibe, but you could also choose dried apricots, figs, cherries or raisins.
- Veggie Sticks: I used carrots because of their bright, vibrant color. You could also use cucumbers, baby corn or bell peppers.
Top Tip: If you're making a vegan charcuterie board for a Christmas party, be sure to check out my Non Alcoholic Christmas Punch For Holiday Parties.
****the recipe for this board can be found below.

โญCustomize Your Vegan Charcuterie Board
These are additional suggestions for things that you may wish to include on your board.

๐ซFruits
Fruits give your board a pop of color, so keep that in mind when styling your board. Here's a few of my favorite fruits to add to a vegan charcuterie board. For instruction on how to make your own fruit board, see this post: How To Create A Stunning Fruit Platter {Fruit Tray}
- Strawberries - Whole with the stem on for a rustic look.
- Grapes - Both red and green. Leave them on the vine.
- Peaches - Neatly sliced with the peel on.
- Raspberries - Raspberries look beautiful scattered around the board.
- Figs - Is there anything more lovely than an open fig?
- Blueberries - Scatter them between the other ingredients for a pop of beautiful blue to contrast with all the yellow.
- Dates - Dried dates are a wonderful addition to a charcuterie board. You could also include a pot of date jam for your guests to spread on bread or crackers.
- Dried fruit: Don't forget about dried fruit when stying your board. Dried pineapple, apricots, mango and figs would all be great choices.
- Melon: Slices of melon like cantelope or honeydew would be a nice addition to a grazing platter.
- Clementine Oranges: I love these bite sized oranges . They're perfect for a holiday veggie board.

๐ฅCrackers And Breads
Not all breads and crackers are vegan. For more information on breads that are safe for a vegan diet, see my article Which Breads Are Vegan? Here's a few of my favorite crackers and breads to to add to your vegan charcuterie board:
- Semolina Bread : Make my recipe, or buy your own at the grocery store. It has a wonderful texture. Slice it into thin slices and stack it artfully on your board.
- French Bread: Buy a baguette and cut it into small slices.
- Sourdough Bread: A small boule would look fabulous scooped out and filled with a sundried tomato pate.
- Chickpea Crackers: It's easy to make your own chickpea crackers, or buy them at the shops. These are particularly great if you're making a gluten free charcuterie board.
- Rice Cakes: I love the size and shape of rice cakes on a grazing platter. They're the perfect canvas for dips, jams and spreads too.
- Rye Or Ezekiel Bread: These are both great breads to add a variety of color and texture.
- Lentil Chips: Make your own lentil chips, and you can cut whatever shape cracker suits your vegan charcuterie board.
- Flat breads: Flatbreads are a great addition to a veggie board. They can be cut into triangles for bite sized pieces that are great for dipping. Try my Turkish flatbread recipe.
- For a gluten-free alternative add some crispy fried polenta sticks to your board. They're wonderful with dip.

๐ฝ๏ธAntipasti
Antipasti can collectively include so many different kinds of foods. Everything from olives to vegan deli meats can be thought of as the antipasti component to your charcuterie board.
- Bruschetta: Bruschetta is perfect for spreading dips like hummus and tzatziki on.
- Pickled Onions: Buy your own pickled shallots, or make my Mexican pickled onions for a gorgeous splash of purple on your board.
- Olives: Choose a selection of black and green olives and pile them high in small, deep bowls.
- Vegan Deli Meats: Vegan meats are entirely optional. I prefer a plant based charcuterie board, but there's an endless selection of vegan luncheon meats and salami at the grocery store that you could add.
- Artichokes: Marinated artichokes (with toothpicks to serve) would be a wonderful addition to any vegetarian grazing platter. You could also roast your own artichokes, cut them into pieces and serve with a garlic aioli.
- Sundried Tomatoes: Sundried tomatoes are perfect for piling on crackers or bread.
- Roasted Red Peppers: Roasted red peppers are very easy to make at home. Make your own roasted peppers, or buy them at the grocery store.

๐ฅVegetables
There are so many veggies that you can add to your vegan charcuterie board. Mix it up for a variety of taste and texture. For instruction on how to make a stunning vegetable platter, see this post: Easy Vegetable Platter {Tips & Tricks}
- Cherry Tomatoes: Cut your cherry tomatoes in half and pile them into a dish.
- Bell Peppers: Bell peppers are a wonderful addition to a vegan charcuterie board because they come in a wide array of colors. Choose red, orange and green, and slice and stack them alternating colors.
- Radishes: Bitter veggies like radishes make a nice contrast to fruit.
- Cucumber: Finger sized slices of cucumber would make great dipping utensils. You could even make tiny cucumber sandwiches for your board. Or, add a selection of dried cucumber chips.
๐ฅฃDips And Spreads
Vegan charcuterie boards are all about the dips! Aside from the traditional hummus offering, here's a few creative dips and spreads to add to your board:
- Pesto: Make your own nut free pesto, or buy your favorite pesto at the grocery store. Pesto is great on bruschetta, crackers and breads.
- Fava Bean Dip: Looking for a great alternative to hummus? Look no further than this gorgeous fava bean dip.
- Guacamole: Who doesn't love guacamole? Well, make yourself a guacamole snack board. You're welcome.
- Fruit Chutney: A fresh fig chutney with orange would be amazing on your veggie charcuterie board. Other options are mango, apple or pear chutney.
- Sriracha Aioli: If you're serving vegan meats, a spicy dip like Sriracha Aioli would be a perfect match.
- Tzaztiki: Tzaztiki is always a welcome choice on any board. Make your own with your favorite vegan yogurt.

๐จโ๐ณHow To Build A Vegan Charcuterie Board
- Choose Your Board: Wood is always a popular choice as it's rustic and charming. You could also use slate or marble.
- Start With Your Vegan Cheese: I like to start by placing my vegan cheese on the board first and build from there.
- Add Dips and Small Bowls: Arrange your bowls in an attractive pattern and build the crackers and breads around them.
- Pair Flavors: When building your board, it's important to think about including contrasting, colors and textures. If you stick with my list of ingredients (and you don't have to), you will get a good variety of tastes, textures and colors.
- Garnish: Add a few sprigs of fresh herbs for a rustic, charming effect.
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๐Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can absolutely build a beautiful vegan charcuterie board. Include fresh and dried fruit, nuts, veggies, pickles, crackers, thinly sliced breads and vegan dips such as hummus.
Vegan grazing platters might include:
1.Nuts: Pistachios or almonds would be good choices.
2. Fruits: Dried and fresh fruits
3. Veggies: Fresh vegetables such as sliced carrots, cucumbers and Bell peppers.
4. Crackers and Breads: Rice cakes, crackers and breads such as sourdough or ciabatta.
5. Antipasti: Olives and sun dried tomatoes.
6. Vegan Meats And Cheeses
7. Dips And Spreads: Hummus, vegan cream cheese or fruit chutneys and jams.
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๐ Recipe

Vegan Charcuterie Board
Ingredients
- Vegan Cheese Ball
- Pickles
- Hummus
- Vegan Cream Cheese
- Olives Black or Green
- Veggie sticks carrots, cucumbers, radishes, bell peppers
- Dried Fruits cranberries, cherries, figs, apricots, dates
- Sweet Fruits *grapes, apples, strawberries, figs, pears
- Crackers And Bread
Instructions
- Make any dips you'll be making from scratch.
- Chop the fruit and vegetables.
- Put any cheeses and dips on the board, and arrange the rest of the ingredients around them, filling any gaps with crackers or bread.
- Garnish with fresh herbs. *see notes below for additional instructions
Anjali
This is such a great idea for a charcuterie board!! Can't wait to add this to our holiday party menu - we have a few vegan guests and it will be perfect for them!
Jayne
My friends really enjoyed these healthy treats. Made this charcuterie board for a happy hour get together and it was a big hit.
Liza
What an inspired idea to make a beautiful charcuterie board with healthy fresh veggies, fruits and dips. So pretty for the holidays! Thanks for another winner from The Daily Dish.
Andrea
I'm always in for a good charcuterie board. This vegan board is perfect for my friends and family. Let the grazing commence!
Jyoti Behrani
Incredible!! I made this for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit! Thanks for sharing!
Keri Bevan
Hi Jyoti, Thank you for letting me know! I'm so glad you liked it!