Description
A Rustic Mediterranean Bread and Cheese Platter featuring a delicious assortment of artisan breads, flavorful cheeses, olives, and fresh vegetables, perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal served at room temperature.
Ingredients
Scale
Breads
- 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
Extras
- 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
- Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Additions
- Cucumbers
- Roasted red peppers
- Fig jam
- Honey
Instructions
- Arrange Bread: Place the sliced sourdough or ciabatta and baguette on a large wooden board or serving platter to form the base of your rustic platter.
- Add Cheeses: Set the cubed feta, sliced fresh mozzarella, and goat cheese in separate sections on the platter to showcase the variety of flavors and textures.
- Incorporate Olives and Tomatoes: Distribute the mixed green and black olives along with the cherry tomatoes around the cheeses to add vibrant color and a burst of freshness.
- Drizzle Olive Oil: Lightly pour extra virgin olive oil over the cheeses and tomatoes, enhancing their flavors and adding a silky richness.
- Season the Platter: Sprinkle dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the entire arrangement to evoke classic Mediterranean seasoning.
- Garnish: Decorate the platter with fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs to provide an aromatic, rustic touch that elevates the presentation.
- Serve: Present the platter immediately at room temperature alongside any optional accompaniments like cucumbers, roasted red peppers, fig jam, or honey to complement the flavors.
Notes
- Use freshly baked, quality breads for the best texture and flavor.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure cheeses are made without animal rennet.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more herbs if desired.
- Include seasonal fresh vegetables to personalize the platter.
- Serve promptly to enjoy cheeses at optimal flavor and texture.
