Rustic Mediterranean Bread and Feta Mezze Board Recipe
This Rustic Mediterranean Bread and Feta Mezze Board is a vibrant and inviting appetizer featuring a crunchy artisan bread sliced and paired with creamy feta, refreshing tzatziki, savory hummus, and colorful fresh vegetables. Drizzled with a fragrant herb-infused olive oil dressing, it offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for sharing at casual gatherings or as a light snack.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook Assembly
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Bread and Cheese
- 1 large rustic artisan bread loaf, sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, cubed
Dips
- 1/2 cup hummus
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
Vegetables and Olives
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cucumber, sliced
Herb Oil Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Prepare the Bread: Start by slicing the rustic artisan bread into generous pieces and arranging them on a large serving board to create an inviting base for your mezze.
- Add the Dips: Place small bowls of hummus and tzatziki sauce strategically on the board to give easy access for dipping.
- Scatter the Toppings: Evenly distribute the cubed feta cheese, kalamata olives, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber across the board, interspersing colors and textures for visual appeal.
- Make the Herb Oil Dressing: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, freshly chopped parsley, honey, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper, whisking together until well blended and fragrant.
- Drizzle Dressing: Carefully drizzle the herb oil mixture over the feta cheese and vegetables, allowing the flavors to meld and enhance the freshness of the salad components.
- Serve and Enjoy: Present the mezze board immediately, encouraging guests to create their own delicious bites by pairing bread with dips and topped with the vibrant vegetables and feta.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute feta cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative and ensure dips are vegan-friendly.
- Use fresh herbs like oregano or parsley for a more intense flavor in the dressing.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes according to your desired level of spiciness.
- Serve immediately to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
- Feel free to add other Mediterranean staples such as roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the mezze board
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Mediterranean mezze, rustic bread, feta cheese, hummus, tzatziki, appetizer, easy party food, vegetarian