Mediterranean Dish Platter (Printable version)

Vibrant Mediterranean platter featuring grilled meats, fresh vegetables, dips, and warm breads for a festive spread.

# Ingredient List:

→ Grilled Meats

01 - 10.5 oz chicken breast, cut into strips
02 - 10.5 oz lamb or beef, cut into strips
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Dips & Spreads

08 - 8.8 oz hummus
09 - 7 oz tzatziki
10 - 5.3 oz baba ganoush
11 - 3.5 oz marinated olives
12 - 3.5 oz crumbled feta cheese

→ Vegetables

13 - 1 cucumber, sliced
14 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced into wedges
15 - 1 red onion, thinly sliced
16 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
17 - 1 carrot, cut into sticks
18 - 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped

→ Breads

19 - 4 pita breads or flatbreads, quartered

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine olive oil, oregano, paprika, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and lamb strips, toss to coat, and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
02 - Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated meats for 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred. Set aside.
03 - Arrange hummus, tzatziki, and baba ganoush in small bowls and place them on a large serving platter.
04 - Spread marinated olives and crumbled feta around the platter surrounding the dips.
05 - Neatly arrange sliced cucumber, tomato wedges, red onion, bell pepper slices, carrot sticks, and chopped parsley around the dips and meats on the platter.
06 - Place the grilled chicken and lamb strips onto the platter.
07 - Warm the pita breads or flatbreads, cut them into quarters, and arrange on the platter or in a basket alongside.
08 - Serve immediately to allow guests to assemble their own plates.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Everything can be prepped ahead and assembled in minutes when guests arrive.
  • It looks impressive but requires no fancy techniques or hard to find ingredients.
  • Everyone gets to eat exactly what they want, making it perfect for mixed dietary preferences.
  • The combination of textures and flavors means every bite feels different and interesting.
02 -
  • Don't skip marinating the meat, even twenty minutes makes a huge difference in flavor and tenderness.
  • Make sure your grill is fully preheated or the meat will stick and you won't get those beautiful char marks.
  • Warm the pita right before serving, cold bread ruins the experience and won't fold properly around the fillings.
  • Use a large enough platter or board so everything has space to breathe and guests can reach without crowding.
03 -
  • Let the grilled meat rest for a few minutes before adding it to the platter so the juices redistribute and it stays tender.
  • If you're serving a crowd, double the recipe and use two platters so people aren't reaching over each other.
  • Drizzle a little extra olive oil and a sprinkle of za'atar over the dips right before serving for an authentic finishing touch.
  • Keep a small bowl of lemon wedges nearby, a squeeze of fresh lemon brightens everything and ties the flavors together.

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