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Mediterranean Mezze Tapas Cheese & Olive Table Recipe

Mediterranean Mezze Tapas Cheese & Olive Table Recipe

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A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean Mezze Tapas Cheese & Olive Table featuring an assortment of cheeses, olives, fresh vegetables, and optional sweet accents, perfect for gatherings and casual entertaining.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheeses

  • 4 oz feta cheese, cubed
  • 4 oz halloumi or grilled cheese slices
  • 4 oz soft goat cheese or labneh

Olives

  • ½ cup Kalamata olives
  • ½ cup green olives
  • Optional: marinated olives with herbs or citrus zest

Bread & Crackers

  • Warm pita bread, cut into wedges
  • Seeded crackers or flatbread crisps

Accompaniments

  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Sliced cucumber
  • Roasted red peppers
  • Marinated artichoke hearts
  • Optional: fresh herbs for garnish (parsley, thyme, or basil)

Optional Sweet Accents

  • Honey drizzle
  • Dried figs or dates
  • Toasted nuts (almonds or pistachios)

Instructions

  1. Arrange Cheeses: Evenly space the cubed feta, grilled halloumi slices, and soft goat cheese or labneh across a large serving board or platter to create visual appeal.
  2. Add Olives: Place Kalamata and green olives either in small bowls or scatter them around the cheeses on the board for easy access.
  3. Arrange Bread & Crackers: Fan out warm pita bread wedges and seeded crackers or flatbread crisps around the cheeses and olives for convenient grabbing.
  4. Add Accompaniments: Fill the empty spaces on the board with fresh cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, roasted red peppers, and marinated artichoke hearts to add color and variety.
  5. Optional Sweet Accents: Drizzle honey over the cheeses if desired, and add dried figs or dates along with toasted nuts like almonds or pistachios to introduce a sweet and crunchy element.
  6. Serve: Serve immediately at room temperature to maximize flavor and presentation, perfect for sharing as a delightful Mediterranean mezze spread.

Notes

  • Use a variety of olives for flavor contrast and visual appeal.
  • Warm the pita bread slightly before serving for a soft texture.
  • Substitute halloumi with grilled mozzarella or another firm cheese if desired.
  • Add fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or basil as garnish for freshness.
  • For a vegan version, replace cheeses with plant-based alternatives.
  • Serve with a chilled white wine or sparkling water for a complete experience.

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Keywords: Mediterranean mezze, cheese platter, tapas, olives, feta, halloumi, appetizer, party food