A Mediterranean spread featuring olives, cheeses, fresh vegetables, and nuts arranged beautifully.
# Components:
→ Olives
01 - ⅔ cup green olives, pitted
02 - ⅔ cup black olives, pitted
03 - ⅔ cup Kalamata olives, pitted
→ Cheeses
04 - ¾ cup feta cheese, cubed
05 - ¾ cup Manchego cheese, cubed
→ Fresh Vegetables & Garnishes
06 - 1 small cucumber, sliced into rounds
07 - 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
09 - 1 small bunch fresh parsley
→ Accompaniments
10 - 1 small baguette, sliced
11 - ⅓ cup roasted almonds
12 - ⅓ cup stuffed grape leaves (dolmas)
→ Decorative Elements
13 - A few edible flowers (optional)
14 - ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil, for dipping
# Directions:
01 - On a large serving platter or wooden board, outline and fill the shape of a dove using the assorted olives, referencing a simple bird silhouette.
02 - Arrange feta and Manchego cheese cubes near the wings area of the dove shape.
03 - Use cucumber slices and halved cherry tomatoes to accentuate the tail and beak areas, adding color and a fresh element.
04 - Place thin red bell pepper slices and stuffed grape leaves around the dove shape for variety and visual interest.
05 - Add small bunches of fresh parsley and optional edible flowers to provide a vibrant and peaceful finishing touch.
06 - Serve sliced baguette and roasted almonds in small bowls or arrange them around the platter for easy access.
07 - Place a small bowl of extra virgin olive oil nearby to be used for dipping.
