Infinity Loop Salami Nuts (Printable Version)

Salami slices form a flowing infinity loop weaving between bowls of mixed nuts for an elegant starter.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Charcuterie

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

→ Nuts

02 - 1 cup roasted mixed nuts (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 such as rosemary or thyme
05 - Crackers or breadsticks (optional, not gluten-free)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Position two small bowls approximately 12 inches apart on a large platter or board and fill each with 1 cup of roasted mixed nuts.
02 - Place salami slices on the board forming a continuous figure-eight loop that weaves elegantly between and around the bowls, slightly overlapping slices for a seamless appearance.
03 - Insert fresh herb sprigs around the salami arrangement to enhance color and aroma if desired.
04 - Add crackers or breadsticks to the platter if included in the serving selection.
05 - Present the assembled platter promptly, inviting guests to enjoy the interplay of cured meats and nuts together.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's stunning without requiring cooking skills—just arranging and weaving, which feels more like art than effort.
  • Guests naturally eat more vegetables and protein together because the visual flow makes them part of the same story.
  • Takes 15 minutes but looks like you spent hours planning something clever.
02 -
  • Buy salami that's already sliced—trying to slice it yourself at a party ends in regret and uneven pieces.
  • Arrange your figure-eight on a cool surface just before serving; salami begins to release its oils when it sits at room temperature, and freshly arranged looks sharper than slightly wilted.
  • The bowls anchor your design—if they're too close together or too far apart, the infinity symbol reads as broken rather than flowing.
03 -
  • Buy the best salami you can afford—it's the star here, and thin slices of excellent quality beat thick slices of average meat every time.
  • Use a large platter, not a small one; the space itself is part of the design and gives your figure-eight room to breathe.
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