A vibrant Turkish assortment featuring hummus, dolmas, cheeses, olives, and fresh garnishes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Hummus
01 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons tahini
03 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
06 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
07 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves)
08 - 12 ready-made stuffed grape leaves
→ Cheese Selection
09 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, cubed
10 - 3.5 oz beyaz peynir or additional feta cheese
11 - 3.5 oz kasseri or halloumi cheese, sliced
→ Olives
12 - 3.5 oz mixed Turkish olives (green and black), pitted if preferred
13 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
14 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
→ Garnishes & Accompaniments
15 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
16 - 1 medium tomato, cut into wedges
17 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges
18 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
19 - Warm pita or flatbread, to serve
# Directions:
01 - Combine chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed. Transfer to a bowl and optionally drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle paprika or sumac.
02 - Place the stuffed grape leaves neatly on the serving platter.
03 - Cut feta, beyaz peynir, and kasseri or halloumi into bite-sized pieces and arrange them in separate groups on the platter.
04 - Toss olives with olive oil and dried oregano. Place them in a small bowl or scatter around the platter.
05 - Arrange cucumber slices, tomato wedges, and lemon wedges around the platter. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for freshness and color.
06 - Offer warm pita or flatbread, cut into triangles, alongside the platter for easy serving.
