Description
A vibrant and inviting Mezze Platter featuring a variety of Middle Eastern appetizers and dips including whipped feta, muhammara, tabbouleh, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for entertaining and sharing, this platter combines fresh flavors, creamy cheeses, and savory spreads served with pita bread and garnished with lemon and herbs.
Ingredients
Spreads and Dips
- Whipped feta – 1 cup
- Muhammara – 1 cup
- Tabbouleh – 1 cup
Fresh Vegetables and Garnishes
- Cherry tomatoes – 1 cup
- Sliced Persian cucumbers – 1 cup
- Halved or quartered radishes – 1 cup
- Halved artichoke hearts – 1 cup
- Green olives – ½ cup
- Kalamata olives – ½ cup
- Lemon wedges – 4 wedges
- Sprigs of fresh mint and/or parsley – handful
Cheese & Bread
- Cubed feta cheese – 1 cup
- Pita bread – 6 pieces, cut into triangles for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the components: Ensure all components such as whipped feta, muhammara, tabbouleh, and vegetables are ready and appropriately portioned for serving.
- Arrange spreads and dips: Spoon the whipped feta, muhammara, and tabbouleh into separate small bowls or directly on the platter in small mounds.
- Add fresh vegetables and olives: Distribute cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, radishes, artichoke hearts, green olives, and kalamata olives evenly around the dips to create variety and vibrant colors.
- Incorporate cheese and bread: Scatter cubed feta around the platter and arrange pita bread triangles neatly for easy picking.
- Garnish and serve: Place lemon wedges and fresh mint or parsley sprigs decoratively on the platter to add freshness and visual appeal. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate briefly before serving.
Notes
- Mezze are small plates commonly shared before a meal in Middle Eastern cultures, promoting communal dining.
- This platter is highly customizable; swap or add any dips, vegetables, or olives according to preference.
- Chill ingredients ahead of time for a refreshing serving experience, especially in warm weather.
- Use fresh herbs for garnish to enhance aroma and flavor presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of platter
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
