Tomato Tasting Board

A wooden board displays sliced tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, pickled onions, mozzarella balls, prosciutto, baguette slices, pine nuts, and basil, with napkins in the background.

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The Tomato Charcuterie Board is Chef Jenn’s go-to for easy entertaining. With fresh tomatoes, cheese, prosciutto, and herbs, it’s a colorful, no-fuss way to impress guests.

Prep Time20

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, Mediterranean

Keyword: charcuterie style, snack board, summer appetizer, Tomato tasting board,

Servings: servings

Calories: 278kcal

Author: Chef Jenn

Equipment

Ingredients

3–4 different kinds of tomatoes sliced
1.5 cups tomato salad
6 ounces prosciutto
8 ounces pearl mozzarella
1 cucumber
1/4 cup basil leaves
1/4 cup Pickled onion
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
Optional additions: pesto, olives, burrata, Parmesan, good quality olive oil, ricotta

Instructions

Slice the tomatoes into even rounds using a sharp knife, arranging them on a large board or platter.
Toss the grape tomatoes with garlic, olive oil, and herbs to make a quick tomato salad.
Layer prosciutto around the board, folding it for texture and easy grabbing.
Add pearl mozzarella and slices of cucumber for a refreshing contrast.
Scatter basil leaves and pickled onion across the board for color and tang.
Sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the tomatoes for crunch.
Finish with optional extras like dollops of pesto, chunks of burrata, or a drizzle of good olive oil.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

Use a variety of tomatoes—heirloom, beefsteak, cherry, or plum—for flavor and color contrast.
A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a sweet punch that pairs beautifully with tomatoes and mozzarella.
Chill the platter before assembling so the tomatoes stay crisp longer.
Toast your pine nuts in a dry skillet for 3–4 minutes; it really intensifies their flavor.
If you’re using burrata, place it in a small bowl or dish to catch all the runny goodness.

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