Bauhaus Block Appetizer (Printer-Friendly)

A vivid, easy-to-assemble appetizer highlighting fresh peppers, cheddar, and grapes in a Bauhaus-inspired design.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch square strips

→ Cheese

02 - 4 ounces yellow cheddar or Gouda, cut into 1-inch rectangular blocks

→ Fruit

03 - 24 blue or black seedless grapes

→ Extras

04 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (optional, for brushing)
05 - Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Wash and dry the red bell pepper, then cut into 1-inch square strips.
02 - Slice the cheese into uniform 1-inch rectangular blocks.
03 - Rinse and thoroughly dry the grapes.
04 - On a rectangular serving platter, arrange the pepper, cheese, and grapes in a grid-like geometric pattern, alternating colors for visual appeal.
05 - Optionally brush the peppers lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
06 - Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes with zero cooking, so you can make it while guests are already arriving.
  • The visual impact makes people think you spent way more effort than you actually did.
  • Every bite feels fresh and bright, with the sweetness of grapes balancing the slight sharpness of the cheese.
02 -
  • The key to this looking intentional rather than scattered is symmetry—take a moment to make sure your pattern repeats; your eye will thank you, and so will your guests.
  • Cheese cut into blocks holds its dignity far better than cubes or slices; there's something almost architectural about a proper rectangular piece.
03 -
  • Invest in a really sharp knife for this one; clean cuts on the pepper make all the difference between rustic and refined.
  • If your grapes seem to roll around on the platter, a tiny dab of cream cheese on the back of each one acts like an invisible anchor without changing the flavor at all.
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