Plant-Based Grazing Board
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The only thing better than a giant board of snacks is a giant board of wholesome snacks! This plant-based grazing board has something for everyone, including marinated olives, fresh veggies, dried fruits, and a variety of plant-based cheeses. We love the idea of using a mix of store-bought and homemade components, so we whipped up a batch of savory coconut "bacon" and a smoky tomato spread that's perfect for dipping all of those Mary's Gone Crackers!
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For the coconut "bacon"
ingredients
- 2 tablespoons tamari
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- Cayenne pepper, to taste (optional)
- 2 cups wide-sliced unsweetened coconut flakes,
For the Tomato Spread
ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, drained white beans, such as cannellini or great northern beans
- 1 clove garlic, peeled
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, plus more for topping
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
- Sea salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for topping
- Small cherry tomatoes, halved, for topping
- Chopped sun-dried tomatoes, for topping
For the Board
ingredients
- 1 (5.5oz) box Mary's Gone Crackers Super Seed Basil + Garlic Crackers
- 1 (5.5oz) box Mary's Gone Crackers Real Thins Sea Salt Crackers
- Assorted plant-based cheeses
- 1 batch Coconut "Bacon", see recipe
- 1 batch Tomato Spread, see recipe
- Cherry tomatoes
- Green beans or wax beans, ends trimmed
- Marinated olives
- Radishes, trimmed and halved
- Petit carrots, halved lengthwise
- Dried fruit, such as dates figs, or apricots
- Grapes
- Pickled veggies, such as peppers or cornichons
- Nuts or seeds
- Fresh herbs, for garnish
- Edible flowers, for garnish
For the coconut "bacon"
Method
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350˚F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2
Whisk the tamari, maple syrup, smoked paprika and cayenne (if using) in a medium bowl, then add the coconut, tossing to coat.
Step 3
Spread the coconut into an even layer on the baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes, flipping the flakes halfway through baking, until golden brown. Let the coconut cool until crisp. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
For the Tomato Spread
Step 1
Blitz beans, garlic, vinegar, paprika, tomato paste, cayenne and a big pinch of salt in the bowl of a food processor. Process for a longer than you think, scraping the sides as needed, until very smooth. With the machine running, drizzle in olive oil. Taste and season with more salt, vinegar, chili and/or paprika, if needed.
Step 2
Top with halved tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, a drizzle of oil, and a dusting of smoked paprika.
To assemble
Step 1
Arrange the assorted Mary's Gone Crackers in piles or stacks on the board. Add small bowls of marinated olives, pickled veggies, and tomato spread. Fill up the board with a few piles of each of the other components and serve immediately.