An inviting assortment of hummus, dolmas, cheeses, olives, and fresh vegetables for a flavorful Turkish spread.
# What You'll Need:
→ Hummus
01 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tbsp tahini
03 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
05 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
06 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
07 - Salt and 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, pitted if preferred
13 - 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
14 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
→ Garnishes & Accompaniments
15 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
16 - 1 medium tomato, cut into wedges
17 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges
18 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
19 - Warm pita or flatbread, to serve
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed. Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil; garnish with paprika or sumac if desired.
02 - Place stuffed grape leaves neatly on the serving platter.
03 - Cut feta, beyaz peynir, and kasseri or halloumi into bite-sized pieces. Arrange them in separate groups on the platter.
04 - Toss olives with olive oil and oregano. Place in a small bowl or scatter around the platter.
05 - Arrange cucumber and tomato slices along with lemon wedges on the platter. Sprinkle fresh parsley over all components for freshness and color.
06 - Accompany with warm pita or flatbread, cut into triangles for easy sharing.
