Scandinavian Smörgåsbord Board
A no-cook Nordic charcuterie board loaded with cured fish, smoked meats, crisp bread, pickled vegetables, and creamy spreads. Assemble in minutes for a showstopping platter that feels like a proper feast.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
- 6 oz smoked salmon, sliced
- 5 oz gravlax or cured herring
- 8 oz Swedish meatballs (frozen, thawed) or smoked ham slices
- 8 slices rye or dark bread, sliced
- 1 jar (12 oz) pickled cucumbers and onions (jarred)
- ½ cup crème fraîche or sour cream
- 1 bunch + 1 lemon fresh dill and lemon wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Arrange bread slices in a grid across a large wooden board or platter, overlapping slightly.
- 2
Drape smoked salmon and gravlax over one section, folding loosely for height and visual drama.
- 3
Stack ham slices or meatballs in a neat pile; position crème fraîche in a small bowl alongside.
- 4
Fill empty spaces with pickled cucumbers and onions, then scatter fresh dill across the top.
- 5
Tuck lemon wedges between items. Serve immediately with small plates and forks.
Tools you’ll need
- large wooden board or platter
- small serving bowl
- sharp knife for slicing
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