Cheese Olives Pine Tree (Printable)

A vibrant arrangement of olives and cheeses shaped into a pine tree wreath for festive occasions.

# Components:

→ Cheese Selection

01 - 5.3 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 5.3 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, cubed

→ Olives

04 - 3.5 oz green olives, pitted
05 - 3.5 oz Kalamata olives, pitted
06 - 3.5 oz black olives, pitted

→ Fresh Elements & Garnishes

07 - 1 small bunch fresh rosemary sprigs
08 - 8–10 cherry tomatoes
09 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
10 - 1 cucumber, sliced

→ Extras (Optional)

11 - 1.8 oz mini mozzarella balls
12 - Crackers or fresh baguette slices, for serving

# Method:

01 - Arrange rosemary sprigs in a circular shape on a large round serving platter to form the base and imitate pine needles.
02 - Alternate sections of cheese cubes and pitted olives around and within the wreath to outline the pine tree shape and fullness.
03 - Nestle cucumber slices and mini mozzarella balls among the olives and cheeses to create branch effects and add color.
04 - Distribute cherry tomatoes and diced red bell pepper across the wreath to simulate festive ornaments.
05 - Optionally drizzle olive oil and sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper over the arrangement.
06 - Present immediately alongside crackers or fresh baguette slices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Substitute cheeses with your favorites such as gouda, havarti, or pepper jack
  • Pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine or sparkling prosecco
02 -
  • Contains dairy (cheese)
  • May contain sulfites (in marinated olives)
03 -
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based cheeses and olives only
  • Add marinated artichoke hearts or roasted peppers for extra flavor
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