Assorted Turkish delicacies including hummus, dolmas, cheeses, and olives served with fresh garnishes and warm pita.
# What You'll Need:
→ Hummus
01 - 1 can (15 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 prepared stuffed grape leaves (store-bought or homemade)
→ Cheese Selection
09 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, cubed
10 - 3.5 oz beyaz peynir (or additional feta), cubed
11 - 3.5 oz kasseri or halloumi, sliced
→ Olives
12 - 3.5 oz mixed Turkish olives (green and black), pitted if desired
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
# Steps to Follow:
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. Optionally, sprinkle with paprika or sumac.
02 - Place the stuffed grape leaves neatly on the serving platter.
03 - Cut all cheeses into bite-sized pieces and arrange them in groups on the platter.
04 - Toss olives with olive oil and oregano, then place in a small bowl or scatter around the platter.
05 - Arrange cucumber and tomato slices along with lemon wedges on the platter, then sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top.
06 - Accompany the platter with warm pita or flatbread, cut into triangles.
