Easy Meze Plate Recipes

EASY MEZE PLATE

Steps:

• Make an artichoke dip by whizzing together the artichoke hearts, parsley, feta, half the lemon juice and 3 tbsp olive oil in a food processor. Blitz to a smooth paste, then spoon into a bowl.
• Dress the rocket with the remaining olive oil and lemon juice. Pile onto a platter and serve with the ham, the dip and toast.

INSTANT MEZZE PLATTER

Steps:

• Mix the beef with the cilantro, salt, pepper, garlic, onions, egg and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley in a medium bowl until combined. Shape the beef mixture into 12 small, oval patties.
• Preheat a grill pan or grill to medium-high heat.
• Brush the grill grates with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place the beef patties on the grill. Cook until they are firm and have grill marks, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Brush the halloumi with some olive oil. Place on the grill and cook until grilled marked and browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
• In a small bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, vinegar, remaining tablespoon parsley, remaining tablespoon olive oil and salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
• On a large platter, arrange the tomato salad, grilled beef patties, grilled halloumi, grape leaves, hummus, tzatziki, pepperoncini and olives. Serve with the lavash or pita.

EASY MEZE

Steps:

• To make the dip, whizz the feta and yogurt in a food processor until smooth, then scrape into a serving bowl and chill.
• To serve, warm flatbreads or pitta and cook any nibbles, following pack instructions. Scrape hummus into a serving dish, scatter with the seeds and drizzle with oil. Scatter feta dip with chopped dill and a little black pepper. Separate chicory leaves and serve everything in the middle of the table.