Description
Create a vibrant Mediterranean Brunch Board featuring house-made dips like hummus, tzatziki, baba ganoush, and roasted red pepper dip, paired perfectly with fresh vegetables, olives, feta cheese, mixed nuts, and assorted pita and flatbreads. This colorful platter is ideal for sharing and offers a delicious balance of creamy, tangy, and crunchy Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Dips
- 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup baba ganoush
- 1 cup roasted red pepper dip
Vegetables and Garnishes
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 cup assorted olives
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh herbs for garnish (oregano, parsley, etc.)
Extras
- 1 cup mixed nuts
- 1 cup assorted pita breads and flatbreads, cut into triangles or strips
Instructions
- Prepare the Hummus: Blend 1 can (15 oz) of drained and rinsed chickpeas, 2 tablespoons tahini, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor until smooth. Add water gradually to reach your desired consistency.
- Prepare the Tzatziki: Mix 1 cup Greek yogurt with 1 medium grated and well-drained cucumber, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon fresh dill, and salt to taste. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to develop flavor.
- Prepare the Baba Ganoush: Roast 1 medium eggplant at 400°F for 30-35 minutes until very soft. Scoop out the flesh and blend with 2 tablespoons tahini, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and salt to taste until creamy.
- Portion the Dips: Spoon all prepared dips into separate small bowls or ramekins for serving.
- Arrange Dips on Board: Place the bowls on a large serving board or platter, spacing evenly.
- Add Fresh Vegetables: Neatly arrange the sliced cucumber rounds, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced bell pepper strips around the dips on the board.
- Add Olives and Cheese: Scatter the assorted olives and crumble feta cheese evenly across the platter to add color and texture.
- Add Mixed Nuts: Fill small sections between dips and vegetables with mixed nuts to provide crunchy bites.
- Arrange Breads: Arrange the triangle or strip-cut pita breads and flatbreads around the platter edges for easy dipping.
- Finish and Garnish: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the assembled board and garnish generously with fresh herbs like oregano and parsley for freshness and aroma.
- Serve: Present immediately and encourage guests to mix and match the assortment of flavors and textures for a satisfying Mediterranean brunch experience.
Notes
- For a quicker option, use store-bought dips and focus on fresh vegetable and bread arrangements.
- Roasting the eggplant is key for smoky baba ganoush flavor; alternatively, grill the eggplant for extra smokiness.
- Well-draining grated cucumber is essential in tzatziki to prevent excess moisture diluting the yogurt.
- Include a variety of pita and flatbreads to accommodate different dipping preferences and add textural diversity.
- Fresh herbs can be varied seasonally or according to taste, such as mint or basil.
- Serve immediately after assembly to maintain the fresh texture of vegetables and breads.
