Bauhaus Block Appetizer (Printable)

Colorful blocks of bell pepper, cheese, and grapes arranged artfully for a visually stunning starter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

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

→ Cheese

02 - 4 oz 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, to taste
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Wash and dry the bell pepper. Cut into strips, then into 1-inch squares.
02 - Slice the cheese into consistent 1-inch rectangular blocks.
03 - Rinse and dry the grapes thoroughly.
04 - Arrange bell pepper squares, cheese blocks, and grapes on a rectangular platter in a grid-like pattern, alternating colors for visual impact.
05 - Optionally brush bell pepper pieces lightly with olive oil, then season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
06 - Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes 15 minutes but looks like you spent hours planning it.
  • No cooking means your kitchen stays cool and your anxiety stays low.
  • It's naturally gluten-free and vegetarian without feeling like a compromise.
02 -
  • The peppers will start releasing moisture after about 45 minutes, so if you're prepping ahead, assemble closer to serving time or pat everything dry again before arranging.
  • The arrangement matters more than you'd think—when colors alternate and lines feel intentional, people *feel* like they're eating something special, not just snacking.
03 -
  • Cold ingredients straight from the fridge actually cut cleaner and arrange more neatly than room temperature ones—the cheese won't crumble and the peppers hold their shape.
  • If you really want to commit to the Bauhaus energy, use a black or dark gray serving platter to make the colors sing.
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