Aldi board
Aldi's speciality cheese section, salami, crackers and seasonal fruit. Known for cheap, good cheese.
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Charcuterie · budget
Budget Charcuterie Board Ideas
A great-looking board doesn't need specialist cheeses. Here's how to build one from one supermarket trip.
Quick answer
To make a cheap charcuterie board: buy one block of cheddar and cut it three ways (slices, cubes, crumbles), add one pack of salami, one box of crackers, seasonal fruit, and a jar of pickles or olives. Discount stores like Aldi and Trader Joe's sell cheese and charcuterie selections that keep a board for 4–6 people around $20–30. Fill gaps with cheap extras: popcorn, pretzels and carrots.
Trader Joe's board
Their cheese selection, salami, fig spread, and crisps like their 'raincoast'-style crackers.
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Costco party board
Bulk cheese, salami and crackers for 20+ guests at a low per-person cost.
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Walmart board
Pre-sliced cheese and meat trays plus fresh grapes.
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One-cheese board
One block cut three ways looks like three cheeses.
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Fruit-heavy board
Fruit costs less than cheese; make it 40% of the board.
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Pretzel and popcorn fillers
Cheap, crunchy and fill space fast.
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Homemade crostini
Slice a day-old baguette, brush with oil, bake 10 minutes.
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Deli counter trick
Ask for thin slices; they fold fuller and go further.
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Garden herbs
Rosemary and thyme from the garden make it look expensive.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I make a charcuterie board on a budget?
Use one or two cheeses cut different ways, one meat, plenty of fruit and cheap fillers like pretzels, popcorn and crackers.
Is Aldi good for charcuterie?
Aldi is known for affordable cheese and charcuterie selections that work well for boards.