Party Canapés with Cheese, Salami and Fresh Vegetables

Name: Party Canapés with Cheese, Salami and Fresh Vegetables
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: 20 canapés
Cuisine: European-inspired
Ingredients: 1 whole small baguette, sliced into 20 rounds; 200 g firm cheese, cut into cubes; 150 g salami, cut into pieces; 150 g mozzarella, cut into cubes; 150 g cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 whole cucumber, sliced into rounds; 100 g pitted olives; 20 whole fresh basil leaves; 2 tbsp olive oil, optional; 20 whole small canapé picks

A colourful assortment of bite-size cheese, salami, olive, cucumber and tomato canapés.

By Savva LoginovUpdated October 2, 2026

Total 33 minMakes 20 canapés

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This canapé platter develops three simple combinations from the source roundup: cheese with olive on toast, cucumber with cheese and salami, and tomato with mozzarella and basil. Cut the ingredients into even bite-size pieces and assemble shortly before serving so the bread and vegetables stay fresh. Use a firm cheese for skewers and softer cheese for the toast. Keep perishable toppings chilled until guests arrive. Heat oven to 190°C (375°F). Arrange baguette rounds on a tray, brush lightly with olive oil and toast 6 to 8 minutes. Cool. Cut cheese, salami, cucumber and tomatoes into bite-size pieces. Pat mozzarella and tomatoes dry. Top 8 toast rounds with firm cheese and an olive. Secure with picks if needed.

Party Canapés with Cheese, Salami and Fresh Vegetables

How to tell when it is ready

Arrange on a platter and refrigerate until serving. Do not leave out longer than 2 hours.

Tips

Heat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Cut cheese, salami, cucumber and tomatoes into bite-size pieces.
Top 8 toast rounds with firm cheese and an olive.
Stack cucumber, firm cheese and salami on 6 picks.

Troubleshooting

If toast softens, assemble it just before serving.
If skewers slide, cut ingredients into similarly sized pieces.

Substitutions

Use marinated vegetables instead of salami for a vegetarian platter.
Use gluten-free bread.

Variations

Use Brie and grapes on toast.
Add roasted pepper to the skewers.

Serving suggestions

Add cornichons.
Serve with sparkling water.
Offer mustard dip.
Pair with a simple salad.

Make ahead

Prepare components ahead and store safely. Assemble close to serving. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and use within 1 day.

Storage

Assemble close to serving. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and use within 1 day.

Food safety

Keep meat, cheese and cut vegetables chilled until serving; refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make canapés ahead?

Toast bread and cut ingredients a few hours ahead, but assemble shortly before serving.

How should I store holiday canapés with cheese, salami and vegetables?

Assemble close to serving. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and use within 1 day.

Add cornichons. Assemble close to serving. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and use within 1 day.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.

Party Canapés with Cheese, Salami and Fresh Vegetables