Elegant star board with figs, walnuts, plant-based cheese, fruits, crackers, and a touch of sweetness.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 8 fresh figs, quartered
02 - 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
03 - 1 small pear, thinly sliced
04 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced
→ Nuts & Seeds
05 - 1 cup raw walnuts, halves or large pieces
06 - 2 tablespoons shelled pistachios, optional for garnish
→ Plant-Based Cheese
07 - 5.3 ounces vegan soft cheese (e.g., cashew-based)
08 - 3.5 ounces vegan blue cheese-style wedge, optional
→ Crackers & Bread
09 - 12 to 16 assorted vegan crackers
10 - 1 small baguette, thinly sliced and toasted
→ Extras
11 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
12 - Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Arrange quartered figs and walnut halves in alternating points on a large serving board to create a star shape.
02 - Fill the gaps between star points with clusters of halved grapes, pear slices, and apple slices.
03 - Place dollops of vegan soft cheese and optional blue cheese-style wedge pieces evenly around the board.
04 - Fan out vegan crackers and toasted baguette slices along the edges of the serving board.
05 - Lightly drizzle maple syrup or agave nectar over the figs and walnuts for subtle sweetness.
06 - Sprinkle shelled pistachios and fresh rosemary sprigs over the arrangement for a festive presentation.
07 - Present immediately, inviting guests to mix and match flavors.
