Mezze Platter
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
238 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Mezze Platter
Description
The Mezze Platter includes a selection of Mediterranean staples such as hummus and tzatziki sauces, warm pita bread, and a mix of fresh and grilled vegetables like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, and artichokes. The inclusion of olives and cubed feta cheese adds salty and creamy elements, while tabbouleh and dolmas provide herbaceous and savory notes. The preparation involves heating pita bread brushed with olive oil, then arranging all components on a large serving platter with a finishing drizzle of olive oil and fresh herbs for garnish.
Flavor-wise, the variety provides a range of textures—from the creamy dips to the crisp fresh vegetables and tender grilled vegetables—offering a well-rounded experience on one platter. The platter serves well as a communal appetizer or light meal, encouraging sharing and tasting different components together.
This dish is convenient for casual entertaining or a colorful starter and encourages use of store-bought or homemade components according to preference.
Ingredients
- 1 cup hummus homemade or store bought
- 1 cup tzatziki homemade or store bought
- 3 pita bread rounds
- 1 cup fresh vegetables such as cucumbers or cherry tomatoes
- 3/4 cup olive mixed varieties
- 1/2 cup feta cheese cubed
- 1 cup tabbouleh homemade or store bought
- 8 dolmas homemade or store bought
- 4 teaspoons olive oil divided use
- 1 cup vegetables such as red bell peppers or artichokes, grilled or roasted
- herbs fresh, for garnish
Instructions
- Brush 2 teaspoons of olive oil over both sides of the pita bread. Heat the pita bread in a 400 degrees F or on a grill for 3-5 minutes or until warmed through. Cut each pita into eighths.
- Arrange the pita bread, hummus, tzatziki, fresh and grilled vegetables, olives, feta cheese, tabbouleh and dolmas on a larger platter.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil over the hummus and tzatziki. Garnish the platter with fresh herbs, then serve.
Notes
- Use fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, or other fresh vegetables like radishes and baby carrots for added color and crunch.
- Select a variety of olives from an olive bar for diverse flavors and textures.
- Incorporate pickled or roasted vegetables such as artichoke hearts, marinated mushrooms, or cherry peppers to add complexity.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 147IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 97mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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