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Rustic Greek Bread & Olive Tray Recipe

Rustic Greek Bread & Olive Tray Recipe
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This Rustic Greek Bread & Olive Tray is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired sharing platter featuring toasted sourdough bread, a flavorful mixed olive medley, fresh vegetables, and crumbled feta, garnished with herbs and lemon wedges. Perfect for casual gatherings, this easy-to-prepare tray combines bold flavors and contrasting textures for a delightful appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

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For the Bread

  • 1 rustic sourdough loaf or baguette, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of sea salt

For the Olive Mix

  • 1 cup mixed olives (green, black, Kalamata)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

For the Tray Additions

  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta
  • Fresh parsley or mint
  • Lemon wedges
  • Optional: hummus or tzatziki for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and arrange the bread slices evenly on a baking tray, preparing for toasting.
  2. Prepare Bread Slices: Brush the bread slices generously with olive oil, then sprinkle dried oregano, garlic powder, and a pinch of sea salt over them for flavor.
  3. Toast Bread: Place the prepared bread slices into the preheated oven and toast for 8–10 minutes until they become golden brown and crisp.
  4. Mix Olives: In a bowl, combine the mixed olives with olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, and optional chili flakes. Toss well to evenly coat and infuse with flavor.
  5. Assemble Tray: Arrange the toasted bread slices on a large rustic tray or wooden board. Surround them with the olive mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, roasted red peppers, and crumbled feta cheese.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the tray with fresh parsley or mint leaves and place lemon wedges around. Optionally, add bowls of hummus or tzatziki for dipping. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, bold Mediterranean flavors.

Notes

  • Use a sturdy rustic sourdough or baguette to maintain crunchiness when toasted.
  • Adjust chili flakes to your spice preference or omit if sensitive to heat.
  • Feel free to add other fresh veggies or dips like baba ganoush to customize the tray.
  • This tray works well served at room temperature for gatherings.
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread.
  • To make vegetarian suitable for stricter diets, ensure feta is made with vegetarian rennet.

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Keywords: Greek bread tray, rustic sourdough appetizer, Mediterranean olives, feta cheese platter, olive oil bread, easy party tray, vegetarian Greek recipe

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