Description
A vibrant and colorful Mediterranean Mezze Tapas Cheese & Hummus Table featuring a variety of cheeses, hummus, fresh and roasted vegetables, olives, and crisp pita and crackers. This easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer is perfect for gatherings and allows guests to explore a variety of flavors and textures in one elegant spread.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses and Dips
- 150 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 150 g halloumi, sliced
- 150 g goat cheese or cream cheese
- 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup tzatziki
Vegetables and Olives
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup roasted eggplant or zucchini
- ½ cup olives (Kalamata or green)
Breads and Toppings
- Pita bread, cut into triangles
- Mixed crackers or flatbreads
- Fresh herbs (parsley, mint, or dill)
- Drizzle of olive oil or hot honey
- Toasted nuts (walnuts, pistachios, or almonds)
Instructions
- Arrange cheeses and dips: On a large serving board or platter, place the crumbled feta, sliced halloumi, goat or cream cheese alongside the hummus and tzatziki to form the base of your mezze setup.
- Add fresh and roasted vegetables: Surround the cheeses and dips with fresh cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, and your choice of roasted eggplant or zucchini, creating an inviting and colorful display.
- Incorporate olives and breads: Scatter the Kalamata or green olives among the vegetables and place pita bread triangles along with mixed crackers or flatbreads around the board for variety and texture.
- Garnish and finish: Sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley, mint, or dill over the board, drizzle a bit of olive oil or hot honey over the cheeses for flavor enhancement, and top with toasted nuts like walnuts, pistachios, or almonds for crunch and richness.
- Serve and enjoy: Present the mezze table as an appetizer or for a tapas-style gathering, encouraging guests to mix and match the flavors from the board for a delightful taste experience.
Notes
- Use store-bought hummus and tzatziki for convenience or prepare your own homemade versions for fresher taste.
- Roast the eggplant or zucchini ahead of time to streamline assembly.
- Substitute any fresh herbs as per availability and preference, such as basil or cilantro.
- Warm the pita bread slightly before serving if desired, to enhance softness and flavor.
- For a spicier twist, opt for drizzling hot honey over the cheeses.
