Tessellation Triangle Appetizer Board (Printable)

Cheeses, fruits, and vegetables cut into triangles and arranged in a bold geometric board.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 if needed into triangles
10 - ¼ cup roasted almonds
11 - ¼ cup pomegranate seeds for garnish

→ Optional

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

# Directions:

01 - Select a clean, large wooden board or serving platter as the base.
02 - Carefully slice all cheeses, vegetables, fruits, and crackers into uniform triangles to facilitate tight tessellation.
03 - Start arranging the triangles from one corner, alternating colors and textures to form a visually engaging, seamless geometric pattern. Fit pieces closely to minimize gaps.
04 - Continue placing pieces until the entire board surface is covered with interlocking triangles.
05 - Fill small gaps with pomegranate seeds and roasted almonds. Drizzle honey lightly over goat cheese triangles if desired.
06 - Garnish with fresh thyme or mint and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper that requires zero cooking skills, just thoughtful arrangement and a sharp knife
  • The tessellating pattern feels like creating edible art, and your guests will Instagram it before they even taste it
  • You can prep everything ahead and arrange it minutes before guests arrive, making entertaining feel effortless
02 -
  • A mandoline is genuinely worth the investment for thin slicing—it's the difference between elegant triangles and uneven pieces that don't quite fit
  • Prep all your triangles and keep them organized on separate plates before you start arranging; once you begin the pattern, you won't want to stop to cut more
  • Pears and apples will oxidize quickly—either slice them last or toss lightly in lemon juice to preserve their pale beauty
  • The beet needs to be cooked beforehand and should still be warm when you slice it for easiest, thinnest cuts
03 -
  • Invest in a very sharp knife—dull blades crush delicate vegetables and make your cuts look amateur within seconds of slicing
  • Arrange on the board in horizontal or diagonal rows rather than trying to be too creative with your pattern; the geometric shapes do the creative work for you
  • If you're making this more than 30 minutes ahead, cover it loosely with plastic wrap to prevent the vegetables from drying out, but remove it at least 10 minutes before serving so condensation doesn't make things soggy
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