Description
This vibrant Mezze Platter is a delightful assortment of Middle Eastern dips, fresh vegetables, and savory accompaniments, perfect for sharing as an appetizer or light meal. Featuring tabbouleh, hummus, baba ghanoush, marinated olives, and feta cheese, served alongside crisp cucumber, tomatoes, radishes, and pita chips, it offers a refreshing and colorful spread bursting with bold flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Dips and Olives
- 2 cups tabbouleh
- 1 cup hummus
- 1 cup baba ghanoush
- 1 cup marinated olives
Vegetables
- 3 Persian cucumbers, sliced
- 3 Roma tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 5 radishes, quartered
Cheese and Garnishes
- 4 ounce block feta cheese, cubed
- Fresh mint leaves
- Paprika
- Zaatar
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- Lemon wedges
- Pita chips
Instructions
- Arrange the dips and olives: Place the tabbouleh, hummus, baba ghanoush, and marinated olives into separate small bowls and position them on a large platter or charcuterie board to form the base of your mezze spread.
- Prepare the vegetables and cheese: Arrange the sliced Persian cucumbers, Roma tomato wedges, quartered radishes, and cubed feta cheese around the bowls on the platter, creating a visually appealing and accessible setup for guests.
- Add garnishes and accompaniments: Scatter fresh mint leaves over the platter, drizzle olive oil lightly on the dips if desired, and sprinkle paprika, zaatar, and black pepper for added flavor and color. Place lemon wedges on the side for an optional bright citrus squeeze.
- Serve with pita chips: Offer warm pita chips alongside the platter for dipping into the hummus, baba ghanoush, and tabbouleh. Serve the entire mezze cold or at room temperature for best taste and freshness.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute pita chips with gluten-free crackers or vegetable sticks.
- Warm the pita before serving for the best texture and taste.
- Tabbouleh can be homemade or store-bought depending on your preference for freshness.
- This platter is perfect for entertaining and can be customized with additional items like roasted nuts or grilled vegetables.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers and consume within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
