A vibrant and versatile spread featuring classic Mediterranean flavors, perfect for sharing as an appetizer or light meal. It combines creamy dips, fresh vegetables, briny olives, and warm pita bread for a truly delightful experience.
Mediterranean Mezze Platter Guide
A vibrant and versatile spread featuring classic Mediterranean flavors, perfect for sharing as an appetizer or light meal. It combines creamy dips, fresh vegetables, briny olives, and warm pita bread for a truly delightful experience.
Ingredients
- 1 cup hummus store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup tzatziki store-bought or homemade
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted
- 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 cucumber sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 4 pita bread warmed and cut into wedges
- 0.25 cup olive oil for drizzling
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Arrange the hummus and tzatziki in small bowls on a large platter.
- 2. Around the dips, artfully place the sliced cucumber, red bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- 3. Scatter the pitted kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese over the platter.
- 4. Warm the pita bread according to package directions, then cut into wedges and arrange on the platter.
- 5. Drizzle a little olive oil over the dips and vegetables, and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
- 6. Serve immediately and enjoy with friends and family.
Notes
For best results, prepare dips ahead of time. Customize with your favorite cheeses, cured meats, or even grilled halloumi. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or mint. Adjust quantities based on the number of guests.
