Description
This vibrant Mezze Platter is a delightful assortment of Middle Eastern small plates, perfect for sharing and entertaining. It features a combination of creamy whipped feta, flavorful muhammara, fresh tabbouleh, assorted vegetables, olives, and pita bread, creating a colorful and inviting spread full of varied textures and tastes.
Ingredients
Spreads and Dips
- Whipped feta – 1 cup
- Muhammara – 1 cup
- Tabbouleh – 1 cup
Vegetables and Garnishes
- Cherry tomatoes – 1 cup, whole
- Sliced Persian cucumbers – 1 cup
- Radishes – 1 cup, halved or quartered
- Artichoke hearts – 1 cup, halved
- Green olives – 1/2 cup
- Kalamata olives – 1/2 cup
- Lemon wedges – 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Sprigs of fresh mint and parsley – a few for garnish
Dairy and Bread
- Cubed feta cheese – 1 cup
- Pita bread – 3 to 4 pita rounds, cut into triangles
Instructions
- Select Components: Choose your desired selection of spreads, vegetables, and accompaniments from the ingredient list such as whipped feta, muhammara, tabbouleh, fresh vegetables, olives, and pita bread.
- Arrange Spreads: Place the whipped feta, muhammara, and tabbouleh in small bowls and position them evenly spaced on a large serving platter.
- Arrange Vegetables and Olives: Around the dips, artistically arrange cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, radishes, artichoke hearts, green and kalamata olives, distributing colors and textures evenly for visual appeal.
- Add Cheese and Bread: Scatter cubed feta around the platter and fan pita bread triangles along one side for easy grabbing.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by placing lemon wedges and sprigs of fresh mint and parsley around the platter. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to a few hours before serving to keep fresh.
Notes
- Mezze are small dishes or appetizers traditionally enjoyed in the Middle East and are perfect for sharing before a main meal.
- This platter is highly customizable; feel free to swap in or add other mezza like hummus, baba ganoush, or falafel for additional variety.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and presentation.
- Can be made ahead by prepping components separately and assembling just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of platter
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
