Sun-Drenched Patio Mezze Platter (Printable Version)

Mediterranean mezze showcasing feta, mozzarella, fresh vegetables, olives, and creamy dips for a bright, inviting spread.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz feta cheese, cut into cubes
02 - 3.5 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 large cucumber, sliced into rounds
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
06 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 1/2 cup radishes, sliced
08 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted

→ Accompaniments

09 - 1/3 cup hummus
10 - 1/3 cup tzatziki
11 - 1 cup assorted crispbreads or pita wedges (gluten-free optional)
12 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
13 - Fresh mint and dill sprigs, for garnish
14 - Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Place the feta cubes and mozzarella balls separately on a large serving platter or wooden board, leaving ample space between each for an open presentation.
02 - Fan out cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper strips, onion slices, and radishes in small clusters with generous spacing for a light, airy appearance.
03 - Place Kalamata olives neatly in a small pile or bowl on the platter.
04 - Spoon hummus and tzatziki into small bowls and arrange them on the board.
05 - Drizzle olive oil evenly over the cheeses and vegetables; season with sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
06 - Decorate with fresh mint and dill sprigs to enhance freshness and visual appeal.
07 - Present immediately with crispbreads or pita wedges served on the side.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It's the kind of dish you assemble rather than cook, perfect for when you want to impress without stress.
  • Every bite tastes like a lazy Mediterranean lunch, with bright fresh vegetables and salty, creamy cheese playing off each other.
  • It comes together in 15 minutes and somehow looks like you spent hours planning it.
02 -
  • Prep your ingredients up to a few hours ahead, but don't assemble until at least 30 minutes before serving or the vegetables start to weep and lose their sparkle.
  • The magic here is breathing room—a cramped board loses its appeal, so resist the urge to fill every inch unless you're feeding a crowd much larger than expected.
03 -
  • Chill your platter and all ingredients beforehand so everything stays crisp and cool, and the whole experience feels refreshing.
  • If you're feeding a crowd, use a larger board and simply increase quantities—the proportions stay the same and the visual impact only grows.
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