Infinity Loop Salami Nuts (Print View)

Salami slices elegantly arranged in a figure-eight with mixed nuts for a stunning appetizer display.

# Components:

→ Charcuterie

01 - 24 thin slices of high-quality salami (approximately 5.3 oz)

→ Nuts

02 - 1 cup roasted mixed nuts (such as almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, or pecans) (4.2 oz)
03 - 1 cup roasted mixed nuts for second bowl (4.2 oz)

→ Garnish (optional)

04 - Fresh herb sprigs (e.g., rosemary or thyme)
05 - Crackers or breadsticks (optional, not gluten-free)

# Directions:

01 - Place two small serving bowls approximately 12 inches apart on a large platter or board and fill each with 1 cup of roasted mixed nuts.
02 - Arrange salami slices on the platter in a continuous figure-eight shape weaving around and between the bowls, slightly overlapping slices for a seamless appearance.
03 - Tuck fresh herb sprigs around the salami to enhance color and aroma, if desired.
04 - Add crackers or breadsticks to the platter if serving, noting they are not gluten-free.
05 - Present immediately, inviting guests to enjoy the combination of cured meats and nuts.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's genuinely zero-stress to put together—no cooking means more time to enjoy your guests instead of panicking in the kitchen.
  • People can't help but smile when they see it; there's something irresistible about the playful shape and the interplay between creamy nuts and savory salami.
  • It works for any crowd, from casual hangouts to surprisingly fancy occasions, because the presentation does all the heavy lifting.
02 -
  • If your salami is too thick or hasn't been sliced thin enough, it won't curve gracefully—ask the deli counter specifically for paper-thin slices, or it'll be stiff and stubborn as you arrange it.
  • Room temperature is your friend; if your salami comes straight from the fridge, let it sit out for five minutes so it's pliable and won't crack as you overlap the slices.
  • The spacing between your two bowls determines whether your figure-eight actually looks elegant or just looks awkward, so measure it out before you start arranging meat.
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife or ask the deli to slice your salami almost translucent—thin slices curve and overlap without tearing, and they feel more elegant on the palate.
  • If you're making this more than thirty minutes ahead, cover it loosely with plastic wrap so the salami stays pliable and the nuts don't dry out under the kitchen lights.
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