GREEK MEZE PLATTER

 

Ingredients

• 1 cup (250 grams) Katiki cheese
• 2 tablespoons e.v. olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup 250 grams Greek fava (or hummus)
• 2-3 boiled eggs quartered
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives or a mix of green and black olives
• 1 cup sliced cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes or sliced tomatoes
• 5 oz (140 grams) yellow cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup nuts like almonds, walnuts, pistachios
• 2-3 roasted red bell peppers from a jar, sliced
• 2 pita bread sliced
• 8-12 breadsticks
• 1/4 cup anchovies omit those for a vegetarian platter
• Extra olive oil, dried oregano, and freshly grated black pepper for serving
• Optional: 1-2 tablespoons capers

Instructions

1. Mix the katiki with the olive oil, the oregano, and the black pepper.
2. Arrange everything on a platter and drizzle with e.v. olive oil. Sprinkle with dried oregano and black pepper.
3. Serve with ouzo, tsipouro, or cold white wine.
4. Eat!

Recipe Note