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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers » Mexican Charcuterie Board

    Mexican Charcuterie Board

    Last Updated November 9, 2022. Originally Posted August 25, 2020 By Maggie Unzueta

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    This Mexican Charcuterie Board is full of cheeses and other yummy treats. Impress your guests at your next fiesta with this easy combination of tasty bites.
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    Mexican Charcuterie board with guacamole, con salsa, olives, and different kinds of Mexican cheeses.

    Mexican Charcuterie board with guacamole, con salsa, olives, and different kinds of Mexican cheeses.

    How I started putting together a Mexican Charcuterie Board nearly daily …

    My son would get home from school and run to the cupboard. Cookies, chips, granola bars.

    One day, I decided to put out a small assortment of cheese, fruits, and meats on the kitchen island.

    Little by little, he ate EVERYTHING. We started doing it everyday.

    Perfect as an after school snack or for a party. There’s something for everyone!

    More Mexican After School Snack Ideas:

    After School Mexican Cookie Snacks
    Carlota de Limon
    Peas Guacamole
    Pan de Elote

    Types of Mexican Cheeses


    A blue and white plate with queso fresco sliced.

    This is Queso Fresco. Literally translated, “fresh cheese.” It’s a milky, mild, and creamy cheese. It goes well with just about anything.

    Crumble it on top of guacamole. Try it with some cold cuts or fruit. It’s super delicious!

    A very, very popular cheese in Mexico. You’ll also find it stuffed in Red Enchiladas or Entomatadas.

    A red bowl with shredded and whole manchego cheese.

    Next up is Manchego.

    Spanish manchego and Mexican manchego are virtually the same. Except, the Mexican version uses cow’s milk and the Spanish version uses sheep’s milk.

    Manchego is a harder cheese and melts well. Mild in flavor but slightly nutty. It tastes great with fruit.

    You’ll see it in dishes like Rajas con Crema or Empanadas de Queso.

    A bowl with diced and whole Chihuahua Cheese on a white and blue plate.

    Queso Chihuahua

    This soft cheese hails from the State of Chihuahua, hence the name. It’s made of cow’s milk, mild in taste, and very similar to Monterey Jack or White Cheddar.

    They are often interchangeable in recipes because they both melt well.

    Find Queso Chihuahua in recipes like Capirotada (yes, the dessert!), Shrimp Poblano Quesadillas, and Enfrijoladas de Queso.

    Other Mexican Cheeses


    These are only 3 types of Mexican cheeses that work well for a platter, but you can also try:

    • Goat’s cheese (Queso de Cabra)
    • Queso Panela
    • Queso Asadero
    • Cotija might be too salty for a charcuterie board.

    Triscuits on a Mexican Charcuterie board next to guacamole, con salsa, olives, and different kinds of Mexican cheeses.

    Crackers work great here. They’re more versatile and don’t crumble as quickly, but you can also use tortilla chips instead.

    Fruits and nuts are a must for sweetness and crunch.

    Swap Out Options:


    Here we’re using mandarine slices, but Mexico produces many fruits. You can also use: grapes, strawberries, mango, peaches, apricots, apples instead.

    For the Nuts – instead of pecans, you can use peanuts, cashews, or almonds.

    Pro Tip:

    Nuts last longer in a sealable plastic bag in the fridge.

    Hand holding a Triscuit with corn salsa.

    To your board, you can add guacamole and salsas. Nothing too overwhelming or spicy so it can blend with the other things on the board.

    BTW, this is a corn mixed with pico de gallo.

    Other Additions:
    Ham slices
    Olives
    Bell Peppers
    Radishes

    Mexican Party Appetizers:


    Salsa de Aguacate
    Ground Beef Taquitos
    Carne Asada Nachos
    Coctel de Camarones

    Mexican Charcuterie board with guacamole, con salsa, olives, and different kinds of Mexican cheeses.

    Such a fun platter mixed with YUMMY flavors! The best part about putting together a Mexican Charcuterie Board is having leftovers.

    It’s super easy to put another one together the next day or a few days later. Why not keep the party going?!

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    Mexican Charcuterie board with guacamole, con salsa, olives, and different kinds of Mexican cheeses.

    Mexican Charcuterie Board

    This Mexican Charcuterie Board is full of cheeses and other yummy treats. Impress your guests at your next fiesta with this easy combination of tasty bites.
    5 from 11 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 people
    Calories: 165kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • 1 12-ounce Queso fresco sliced
    • 1 8-ounce Manchego cheese sliced or diced
    • 1 6-ounce Queso Chihuahua sliced or diced
    • 1 cup corn salsa (or any mild salsa)
    • 1 mandarine peeled and sliced
    • 1/2 cup pecans peeled and halved
    • 1/2 cup green olives stuffed with pimentos
    • 1 cup guacamole
    • 5 slices ham
    • 1 4-ounce crackers

    Instructions

    • Choose a large wooden cutting board.
    • Place the cheese down first.
    • Arrange the remaining ingredients around the cheeses.
    • Use small serving boards, if necessary, olives, salsa, and guacamole.
    • Serve and enjoy.

    Notes

    Also try goat’s cheese, Queso Panela, and Queso Asadero. Cotija might be too salty for a charcuterie board.
    Swap Out Ideas: 
    • Fruit - instead of mandarines, you can use grapes, strawberries, mango, peaches, apricots, apples.
    • Nuts – instead of pecans, you can use peanuts, cashews, or almonds.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 574mg | Potassium: 338mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Filed Under: Appetizers

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. veenaazmanov

      August 25, 2020 at 10:29 pm

      5 stars
      Lovely and innovative creativity. Delicious combinations of ingredients. Best Party platter option.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 26, 2020 at 11:37 am

        Glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    2. Candice

      August 26, 2020 at 7:39 am

      5 stars
      This board is amazing, Maggie! Such a clever idea to bring your authentic Mexican flavors and ingredients to a charcuterie board. This board is a winner! Can’t wait to make it again.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 26, 2020 at 11:37 am

        So good right? We love this one too

        Reply
    3. Marta

      August 27, 2020 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      I love a good charcuterie board. The Mexican flair made it even better! We ate it for lunch.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        September 1, 2020 at 3:59 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it Marta!

        Reply
    4. Jenny

      August 28, 2020 at 7:03 am

      5 stars
      I make charcuterie boards often especially during the holidays. Your Mexican board is a fresh and delicious idea, I will follow your recipe to the letter. Thanks so much, can’t wait to show it off to our guests!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        September 1, 2020 at 3:45 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it Jenny!

        Reply
    5. Paula Montenegro

      August 29, 2020 at 6:38 am

      5 stars
      So simple and such wonderful flavors! I love the cheeses you use. Queso fresco is like my butter, I use it all the time, and manchego is fantastic. Thanks for this idea.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 31, 2020 at 12:40 pm

        Isn’t it the best? Hope you try this recipe!

        Reply
    6. Aditi Bahl

      August 30, 2020 at 4:44 am

      5 stars
      Tried the recipe for a small get together with close friends. It was loved by all. Thanks for the share.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 31, 2020 at 12:36 pm

        So glad you guys enjoyed this recipe!

        Reply
    7. Amanda Mason

      August 30, 2020 at 8:12 am

      5 stars
      I’ve made many Charcuterie boards but never one with the Mexican theme! Amazing idea! Loved how you broke this one out….definately will be incorporating some Mexican cheeses in my next one!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 31, 2020 at 12:35 pm

        Glad you liked it. Hope you try it!

        Reply
    8. Sara

      August 30, 2020 at 2:11 pm

      5 stars
      I love the variety this board offers. It would actually make a nice meal for busy nights with the kids having fall sports, a little of this, a little of that, a lot of great flavors to combine!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 31, 2020 at 12:06 pm

        So good right? We love this one too

        Reply
    9. Gunjan

      August 30, 2020 at 4:17 pm

      5 stars
      Beautiful spread. This is such a great party appetizer. Love your images and it’s very well explained.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 31, 2020 at 12:05 pm

        Thank you very much! Hope you try it!

        Reply
    10. Uma Srinivas

      August 30, 2020 at 6:10 pm

      5 stars
      Easy , fun and perfect for parties. I love Mexican flavored food and this sounds great!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 31, 2020 at 12:02 pm

        Right? So easy and delicious

        Reply
    11. Tara

      August 30, 2020 at 7:50 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great idea! I loved the Mexican cheeses and flavors. Everything went so well together and I especially loved the guacamole!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 31, 2020 at 12:02 pm

        Glad you enjoyed this Tara!

        Reply

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