A No-Cook Charcuterie Board in a Jar!
Why This Appetizer Shines
🧀 3-ingredient marinade transforms basic cheese
⏱ Ready in 1 hour (better overnight)
🎨 Colorful layers look stunning in glass jars
🚫 No cooking required – perfect for summer
Ingredients
(Fills 2 pint jars)
Marinade Base
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp red pepper flakes
½ tsp black pepper
Layered Components
8 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
8 oz mozzarella pearls (or cubed fresh mozzarella)
4 oz sliced salami, folded into quarters
½ cup pepperoncini peppers
½ cup cherry tomatoes
¼ cup kalamata olives
2 tbsp fresh basil leaves
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Marinade
- Whisk oil, vinegar, garlic, and spices in a bowl.
2. Layer the Jars
- Alternate cheese cubes, salami folds, and pickled items in clean jars.
- Tuck basil leaves against the glass for visibility.
- Pour marinade over, ensuring all ingredients are submerged.
3. Marinate & Serve
- Refrigerate at least 1 hour (best after 24 hours).
- Serve with:
- Toothpicks for spearing
- Sliced baguette
- Crackers
Pro Tips
🔪 Uniform sizes: Cut cheese slightly larger than salami folds
🌶 Heat adjustment: Reduce pepper flakes for mild version
🔄 Customize: Add artichoke hearts or sun-dried tomatoes
Why You’ll Love It
✔ Portable entertaining – take jars to picnics
✔ Better next day – flavors intensify
✔ Uses pantry staples with endless variations
“The Italian sub sandwich reinvented as a fork-free appetizer!” 🇮🇹
Storage: Keeps 1 week refrigerated. Always use clean utensils to serve.