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The Ultimate Relish Tray Guide Recipe

4.6 from 51 reviews

The Ultimate Relish Tray Guide provides a vibrant assortment of marinated and pickled vegetables, cheeses, and olives designed to delight with a variety of colors, textures, and flavors. Perfect for gatherings, this easy-to-assemble relish tray offers a range of savory bites that can be served chilled or at room temperature.

Ingredients

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Marinated and Pickled Items

  • 10 oz Greek pitted mixed olives
  • 6 oz stuffed green olives
  • 10 oz hot cherry peppers
  • 1 cup marinated mushrooms
  • 8 oz pickled green beans
  • 8 oz pickled carrots
  • 4 oz cornichons or sweet gherkins
  • 8 oz pickled okra
  • 2 cups boiled peanuts

Cheese and Bread

  • 1 cup pimento cheese
  • 3 oz parmesan cheese crisps
  • 1 package garlic parmesan toasted French rounds

Instructions

  1. Drain Ingredients: Thoroughly drain all marinated and pickled items to prevent excess liquid from pooling on the tray, ensuring the presentation remains fresh and appealing.
  2. Arrange on Tray: Neatly arrange the olives, cheeses, pickled vegetables, and nuts on one or multiple relish trays. Aim for a colorful and texturally interesting layout to entice guests.
  3. Serve or Store: Serve the relish trays immediately at room temperature or chilled. If preparing in advance, cover tightly and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Relish trays can be served chilled or at room temperature depending on preference.
  • This recipe serves approximately 20 guests; to accommodate fewer people, reduce or select fewer ingredients accordingly.
  • Choose ingredients based on color and texture to create visually appealing trays.
  • Provide guests with small plates, cocktail forks, and napkins for easy serving and enjoyment.

Keywords: relish tray, appetizer, marinated vegetables, pickled vegetables, olives, cheese, party platter, easy appetizer, no-cook appetizer