Tessellation Triangle Appetizer Board (Printable)

Artistic board featuring cheeses, fruits, and veggies cut into triangles, arranged for a stunning presentation.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, sliced into triangles
02 - 3.5 oz Manchego, sliced into triangles
03 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, chilled and cut into triangles

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced into thin triangles
05 - 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into triangles
06 - 1 small cooked beet, sliced into very thin triangles

→ Fruits

07 - 1 large pear, cored and sliced into thin triangles
08 - ½ cup seedless watermelon, cut into small triangles

→ Accompaniments

09 - 3.5 oz whole grain crackers, cut into triangles if needed
10 - ¼ cup roasted almonds
11 - ¼ cup pomegranate seeds for garnish

→ Optional

12 - 2 tbsp honey for drizzling
13 - Fresh herbs (thyme or mint) for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Arrange a clean, large wooden board or platter to use as the base for assembly.
02 - Carefully slice all cheeses, vegetables, fruits, and crackers into similarly sized triangles to facilitate tessellation.
03 - Begin placing the triangles from one corner of the board, alternating colors and textures to create an eye-catching geometric pattern, fitting pieces tightly.
04 - Continue arranging until the entire board is covered with interlocking triangles, minimizing any visible gaps.
05 - Fill any small gaps with pomegranate seeds and roasted almonds for visual interest and texture.
06 - Drizzle honey lightly over goat cheese triangles, if using, then garnish with fresh herbs before serving immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms a simple appetizer board into conversation art—your guests will actually pause to admire it before diving in
  • Zero cooking required, just thoughtful cutting and arranging, which means you can prep it while sipping wine and truly enjoying your hosting
  • The geometric precision somehow makes everything taste better, like your brain is delighted before your palate even gets involved
02 -
  • Cut everything ahead of time except the watermelon and pear—these oxidize quickly and will look sad if you're not ready to arrange them. I learned this the hard way during a holiday party when my pear slices turned gray while I was still cutting beets.
  • A sharp knife is non-negotiable. I used a dull knife once thinking I could muscle through it, and the cheese smudged, the vegetables crushed, and the whole thing fell apart before I even got it on the board.
03 -
  • The secret to a truly seamless pattern is understanding that your eye is more forgiving than you think—people notice the overall effect far more than individual imperfections, so stop perfectionist-tweaking after the first pass
  • Keep the board cool until service by storing it in a cool room or lightly covering it with parchment if you need to prep it more than thirty minutes ahead
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