Sunny Yellow Citrus Burst (Print Version)

A colorful grazing board with yellow fruits, cheese, nuts, and citrus arranged in a radiant sunburst design.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1 large pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into bite-sized wedges
02 - 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
03 - 2 golden kiwis, peeled and sliced
04 - 1 to 2 bananas, sliced (optional; add just before serving to avoid browning)
05 - 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds (reserve one slice for the center)
06 - 1 orange, sliced into rounds (optional; can be used as the centerpiece)

→ Vegetables

07 - 2 yellow bell peppers, seeded and sliced into strips
08 - 1 cup yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 cup baby yellow carrots, peeled and trimmed

→ Cheese & Dairy

10 - 5 ounces aged Gouda cheese, cubed
11 - 5 ounces yellow cheddar cheese, cubed
12 - 1 cup lemon curd, served in a small bowl for dipping

→ Crackers & Extras

13 - 1 cup yellow corn tortilla chips or gluten-free crackers
14 - 1/2 cup roasted salted cashews or macadamia nuts
15 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
16 - Honeycomb or a small jar of honey (optional, for drizzling)

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Place a large round slice of lemon or orange in the center of a large serving board or platter to serve as the sun.
02 - Arrange pineapple, mango, golden kiwis, and other fruits in radiating lines outward from the central citrus slice, alternating colors for visual contrast.
03 - Fan out the yellow bell pepper strips, cherry tomatoes, and baby carrots in sunburst patterns around the fruits.
04 - Nestle cubes of Gouda and cheddar cheese around the fruits and vegetables to create balance and texture.
05 - Place a small bowl of lemon curd near the edge of the board with a spoon for dipping.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with corn chips, roasted nuts, dried apricots, and honeycomb or honey jar if using.
07 - Serve immediately, ensuring perishable ingredients remain chilled until ready to eat.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper that requires zero cooking, just beautiful arrangement and a sharp knife
  • Every bite combines contrasting textures and flavors, from juicy mango to creamy Gouda, keeping your palate delighted
  • The sunburst presentation makes it feel like you've created edible art that tastes even better than it looks
02 -
  • Don't add your bananas until just before serving because they brown within minutes even when tossed in lemon juice, which will ruin your pristine presentation
  • The sunburst arrangement isn't just about looks, it's about portion control, because when everything radiates from one point, guests naturally take balanced bites of multiple elements at once
  • Chill all components separately and assemble just before serving, because condensation from the board will make delicate fruit weep and look less appetizing
03 -
  • If you can't find aged Gouda or golden cheddar, substitute with any high-quality cheese that appeals to you, but try to keep the yellow or golden color theme going
  • The lemon curd can be made from scratch three days ahead, or you can buy a quality jarred version and no one will ever know the difference
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