Mediterranean Mezze Platter
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
345 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Greek
Mediterranean Mezze Platter
Description
This mezze platter arranges diverse Mediterranean ingredients on a large platter or baking sheet for an inviting presentation. Hummus is placed at two ends, with roasted red peppers, sliced cucumbers, cubes of feta, mozzarella balls, homemade or prepared dolmas, marinated olives, fresh and sun-dried tomatoes, marinated artichokes, walnuts, and optional Peppadew peppers distributed evenly. The inclusion of various textures like soft cheese, crunchy nuts, and crisp vegetables complements the different flavors ranging from tangy and salty to sweet and smoky.
Sliced pita bread surrounds the platter for scooping and pairing with the components. The platter is ideal for sharing in Mediterranean-style meals and can be adjusted by adding, substituting, or omitting items to suit preferences or availability. It can be prepared several hours ahead, refrigerated, and assembled with pita immediately before serving to maintain freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups hummus
- 3 red bell pepper roasted
- 2 cucumber Persian
- 1/2 cup feta cheese cubed
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls
- 8 dolmas homemade or prepared
- 1 cup olives marinated
- 1 cup cherry tomato
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes marinated
- 1 cup artichokes marinated
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 7-8 peppadew pepper optional
- 4 pita bread
Instructions
- Place a large and flat platter or baking sheet on the counter.
- Put some of the hummus in two plates and place them on two ends of the platter.
- Place the roasted red peppers on the platter.
- Cut the Persian cucumbers into half width-wise. Then cut each half into half lengthwise. Slice each half into three or four pieces. Place the slices on the platter.
- Add feta and mozzarella balls to the platter.
- Place the dolmas and marinated olives on the platter as well.
- Add the fresh and sun-dried tomatoes to two ends of the platter.
- Fill the empty spaces with marinated artichokes, walnuts and Peppadew peppers.
- Slice each pita into eight pieces and place some around the platter and the rest on a plate.
Notes
- Marinated olives and artichokes can be found at Mediterranean or olive bars in supermarkets.
- Serve the mezze platter with pita bread, lavash, or pita chips for variety.
- Customize by adding or removing ingredients according to preference or availability.
- Homemade dolmas take more effort but offer better flavor than store-bought versions.
- The platter can be made a few hours ahead, stored covered in the refrigerator, and pita added just before serving to maintain texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 1059mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 536mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 614IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 154mg | 15% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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