A Mediterranean platter featuring olives, cheeses, fresh veggies, and nuts arranged in a dove form.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Olives
01 - 3.5 oz green olives, pitted
02 - 3.5 oz black olives, pitted
03 - 3.5 oz Kalamata olives, pitted
→ Cheeses
04 - 2.8 oz feta cheese, cubed
05 - 2.8 oz 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 oz roasted almonds
12 - 1.8 oz stuffed grape leaves (dolmas)
→ Decorative Elements
13 - A few edible flowers (optional)
14 - 1 small bowl extra virgin olive oil, for dipping
# Preparation Steps:
01 - On a large serving platter or 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 of the dove shape.
03 - Position cucumber slices and halved cherry tomatoes to highlight the tail and beak areas, adding color and freshness.
04 - Distribute red bell pepper strips and stuffed grape leaves around the dove for decoration and variety.
05 - Add small bunches of fresh parsley and edible flowers to provide a vibrant, peaceful aesthetic.
06 - Serve baguette slices and roasted almonds in separate small bowls or around the platter for easy access.
07 - Place a small bowl of extra virgin olive oil nearby for dipping the bread and accompaniments.
