Mediterranean platter featuring olives, cheeses, vegetables, almonds arranged as a peaceful dove shape.
# What You Need:
→ Olives
01 - 3.5 ounces green olives, pitted
02 - 3.5 ounces black olives, pitted
03 - 3.5 ounces Kalamata olives, pitted
→ Cheeses
04 - 2.8 ounces feta cheese, cubed
05 - 2.8 ounces 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 - 1.8 ounces roasted almonds
12 - 1.8 ounces stuffed grape leaves (dolmas)
→ Decorative Elements
13 - A few edible flowers (optional)
14 - 1 small bowl extra virgin olive oil, for dipping
# Directions:
01 - On a large serving platter or wooden board, arrange the green, black, and Kalamata olives to form the silhouette of a dove, ensuring the shape is clearly defined.
02 - Position the cubed feta and Manchego cheeses adjacent to the dove's wing areas to provide texture and contrast.
03 - Use cucumber slices and halved cherry tomatoes to accentuate the tail and beak sections, introducing fresh color and brightness.
04 - Arrange thin red bell pepper strips and stuffed grape leaves around the dove for decorative variety and flavor balance.
05 - Scatter small bunches of fresh parsley and edible flowers over and around the platter to enhance visual appeal and freshness.
06 - Serve sliced baguette and roasted almonds in separate small bowls or arranged around the main platter for easy access.
07 - Place a small bowl of extra virgin olive oil nearby to accompany bread and olives as a dipping option.
