Description
This Rustic Mediterranean Bread and Cheese Platter is an easy-to-assemble, visually stunning appetizer perfect for gatherings. Featuring a variety of breads, Mediterranean cheeses, olives, cherry tomatoes, and herbs, it combines fresh and savory flavors for a delightful crowd-pleaser that’s ready in minutes without any cooking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 rustic sourdough or ciabatta loaf, sliced
- 1 baguette, sliced
Cheeses
- 6 ounces feta cheese, cubed
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 4 ounces goat cheese
Accompaniments
- 1/2 cup mixed olives (green and black)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (for garnish)
- Optional additions: cucumbers, roasted red peppers, fig jam, or honey
Instructions
- Arrange Bread: Place the sliced rustic sourdough or ciabatta loaf and baguette pieces neatly on a large wooden board or serving platter to form the base of your platter.
- Add Cheeses: Section off the platter and place cubed feta cheese, sliced fresh mozzarella, and goat cheese in separate areas, creating variety and texture contrast for your guests.
- Incorporate Accompaniments: Distribute mixed green and black olives as well as cherry tomatoes around the cheeses to add color, flavor, and Mediterranean authenticity.
- Drizzle Olive Oil: Lightly pour extra virgin olive oil over the cheeses and tomatoes to enhance flavor and add a subtle richness.
- Season: Sprinkle dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the platter to bring out the savory and herbal notes.
- Garnish: Add fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs atop the platter to give a rustic and aromatic Mediterranean look.
- Serve: Present the platter immediately at room temperature, optionally offering cucumbers, roasted red peppers, fig jam, or honey on the side as additional accompaniments.
Notes
- This recipe requires no cooking and is perfect for last-minute entertaining or picnic-style meals.
- Feel free to substitute different Mediterranean cheeses based on availability and preference.
- Use a variety of olives and fresh vegetables according to your taste and seasonal availability.
- Adding a drizzle of honey or fig jam pairs beautifully with the tangy cheeses for guests who enjoy sweet and savory combinations.
