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Beef Jerky Charcuterie Board: Easy High Protein Snack Ideas

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This beef jerky charcuterie board is a quick, customizable, high-protein snack platter featuring savory jerky, bold cheeses, fresh fruits, crunchy veggies, nuts, and flavorful dips. Perfect for gatherings, game nights, or nutritious snacking, it’s easy to assemble and endlessly adaptable to dietary needs.

Ingredients

  • Beef jerky, assorted flavors (original, peppered, teriyaki)
  • Hard salami or turkey jerky
  • Sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
  • Swiss cheese slices
  • Gouda or smoked cheese wedges
  • Mini mozzarella balls
  • Red or green grapes
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Cucumber slices or mini Persian cucumbers
  • Baby carrots or carrot sticks
  • Snap peas or sugar peas
  • Roasted almonds or cashews
  • Walnuts or pecans
  • Low-carb crackers or seed crackers
  • Pretzel sticks or pita chips
  • Greek yogurt ranch dip
  • Spicy mustard or honey mustard
  • Hummus (classic or roasted red pepper)
  • Pickles or gherkins
  • Olives—black and green, pitted

Instructions

  1. Clean your serving board or platter and dry thoroughly. If using a wooden board, rub a little olive oil in for shine and protection.
  2. Place small bowls or ramekins for dips, olives, and pickles on the board first to anchor the layout.
  3. Cut cheddar and gouda into cubes or wedges. Slice Swiss and arrange in gentle folds. Drain mozzarella balls if using.
  4. Fan out beef jerky strips in small piles around the board, mixing flavors for visual interest. Microwave tough jerky for 10 seconds to soften.
  5. Roll or stack salami and turkey jerky slices next to the beef jerky for extra protein variety.
  6. Scatter grapes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, carrots, and snap peas in colorful clusters, balancing colors.
  7. Place roasted almonds, walnuts, crackers, pretzel sticks, and pita chips in small piles or fill gaps between larger groups.
  8. Spoon Greek yogurt dip, hummus, and mustard into bowls. Add olives and pickles to separate containers.
  9. Add finishing touches like extra herbs or edible flowers, and place cocktail sticks or toothpicks for easy snacking.
  10. Serve immediately, or cover loosely with beeswax wrap and refrigerate up to 2 hours before guests arrive.

Notes

Customize with seasonal fruits and veggies, swap cheeses for dairy-free options, and use gluten-free crackers for dietary needs. Prep dips and slice cheese ahead for convenience. Portion jerky and nuts for nutrition tracking. Serve at room temperature for best flavor and texture. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

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