Colorful Mediterranean platter with olives, cherry tomatoes, cheeses, and herbs arranged in a festive garland.
# What you need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 2 cups mixed cherry tomatoes (red, yellow, or orange), whole or halved
02 - 1 cup seedless green grapes (optional)
03 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves
04 - 1 cup fresh rosemary sprigs
→ Olives
05 - 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives
06 - 1 cup pitted green Castelvetrano olives
→ Cheese
07 - 7 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
08 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, cubed
→ Accompaniments
09 - 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, quartered
10 - 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
11 - 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
12 - Crusty bread slices or gluten-free crackers, for serving
→ Dressing (optional)
13 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
14 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
15 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Arrange rosemary sprigs in a large circular wreath on a serving platter or wooden board.
02 - Alternate cherry tomatoes, Kalamata and Castelvetrano olives, mozzarella balls, feta cubes, grapes if using, artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers over the rosemary base to create a colorful, festive arrangement.
03 - Tuck fresh basil leaves throughout the arrangement for added aroma and visual appeal.
04 - Sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top if desired.
05 - Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over the garland just before serving, then season with freshly ground black pepper. Serve alongside crusty bread or gluten-free crackers.
