Name: Mediterranean Mezze Tapas Platter – Easy Shareable Appetizer for Parties & Light Meals Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1/2 cup hummus; 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce; 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced; 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts; 1/4 cup Kalamata olives; 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1 cup cucumber slices; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 4 whole wheat pita breads, cut into wedges; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Introduction

The Mediterranean Mezze Tapas Platter is a colorful and flavorful appetizer perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a light meal. Featuring a variety of fresh and savory bites, it combines creamy dips with crisp vegetables and warm pita for a delightful experience.

A round wooden platter holds an assortment of fresh Mediterranean foods arranged in layers and sections. At the back, there are triangular pieces of warm, lightly toasted pita bread stacked in a fan shape with a golden-brown color and soft texture. To the left, roasted artichoke hearts with a dark caramelized glaze cover one section. Bright red roasted cherry tomatoes, sprinkled with fresh green herbs, fill the lower left area. In the center, a small wooden bowl of creamy hummus is topped with a drizzle of golden olive oil and sprinkled green herbs. To the right of the hummus, a small wooden bowl overflows with glossy dark purple olives dusted with herbs. Next to the olives, thin pale green cucumber slices with a fresh crisp look are piled neatly. In the lower right, a small wooden bowl with creamy white cottage cheese mixed with chopped green herbs completes the plate. Fresh parsley sprigs add a bright green touch throughout. The platter is set on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup hummus
1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts
1/4 cup Kalamata olives
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup cucumber slices
1 cup cherry tomatoes
4 whole wheat pita breads, cut into wedges
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pita wedges on a baking tray and warm them in the oven for about 5 minutes until they are soft and slightly toasted.
Step 2: Spread the hummus and tzatziki sauce into small serving bowls and place them in the center of your serving platter.
Step 3: Arrange the roasted red peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, cucumber slices, and cherry tomatoes around the dips on the platter.
Step 4: Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the entire platter and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Step 5: Serve the mezze platter immediately with the warm pita wedges for dipping and sharing.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds to the platter.
Swap the whole wheat pita for gluten-free pita or pita chips to accommodate dietary needs.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice over the veggies for a fresh citrusy twist.
Include grilled halloumi cheese or falafel balls to make the platter more filling.

Storage

Store any leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the pita wedges wrapped to maintain freshness. Reheat the pita in the oven briefly before serving again. Dips and vegetables are best served cold or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A wooden bowl filled with a colorful Mediterranean platter on a white marbled texture, featuring a central bowl of creamy light beige hummus topped with olive oil and chopped green herbs, surrounded by five distinct sections: soft golden-brown pita bread slices with green herbs leaning at the back, bright red chopped tomatoes mixed with green herbs to the left, white crumbled feta cheese garnished with green herbs below the tomatoes, glossy dark purple Kalamata olives with scattered herbs in the front, spicy reddish-brown grilled paneer cubes sprinkled with herbs to the right, and fresh diced green cucumbers paired with a small bowl of white tzatziki topped with green herbs on the upper right; a glass of light yellow beverage is blurred in the background, photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the platter in advance?

You can prepare the individual ingredients a few hours ahead and assemble the platter just before serving to keep everything fresh and vibrant.

What can I serve instead of pita bread?

If you prefer not to use pita, crusty bread, crackers, or raw vegetable sticks like carrot and bell pepper work well for dipping and complementing the platter.