🌿 Mediterranean Mezze Tapas Platter

Ingredients:

For the Platter Base:

• 1 cup classic hummus (store-bought or homemade)

• 1 cup baba ganoush (eggplant dip)

• 1 cup tzatziki (yogurt cucumber dip)

• ½ cup marinated olives (green & kalamata)

• ½ cup feta cheese (cubed or crumbled)

• 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)

• ½ cup stuffed grape leaves (dolmas)

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes

• 1 cup cucumber slices

• 1 cup carrot and celery sticks

• 1 cup falafel (small, bite-sized)

• 1–2 pita breads or naan, warmed & cut into wedges

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)

• Fresh herbs (parsley, mint, dill) for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Prepare dips – Place hummus, baba ganoush, and tzatziki into small serving bowls. Drizzle hummus with olive oil and sprinkle paprika.

2. Arrange platter – On a large board or platter, start with dips and cheese in bowls.

3. Add proteins – Place falafel and stuffed grape leaves around dips.

4. Add veggies – Fill spaces with cucumber, carrots, celery, and cherry tomatoes.

5. Add extras – Scatter olives, roasted peppers, and pita wedges.

6. Finish – Garnish with fresh parsley, mint, or dill. Drizzle extra olive oil lightly over veggies and cheese.

Serve immediately as a snack, appetizer, or light meal. 🌸

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❓ Q&A Section

Q: Can I make this platter ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can prep dips, chop veggies, and roast falafel up to 1 day ahead. Assemble platter just before serving.

Q: What can I substitute for falafel?
A: Grilled chicken skewers, lamb kofta, or roasted chickpeas work great.

Q: What if I don’t have baba ganoush?
A: Replace with muhammara (roasted red pepper dip), labneh, or extra hummus.

Q: How do I keep pita bread soft?
A: Warm it in foil in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes, then keep wrapped until serving.

Q: Is this platter vegetarian?
A: Yes, it’s fully vegetarian. You can make it vegan by swapping tzatziki & feta for dairy-free alternatives.

Q: What drinks pair well with this?
A: Sparkling water with lemon, mint iced tea, or light white wines (like Sauvignon Blanc).