The great thing about a mezze meal is that you can offer something to cater to everyone. Here are some staple components of a mezze platter that you can make and are guaranteed to please everyone.
Homemade Falafel
Falafels are a great dish to have on a mezze platter as they are vegan, can be eaten hot or cold, and people can take as many as they like. Making your own falafel is a bit more effort, but definitely worth it, as they taste so much fresher.
Baba Ganoush
Baba Ganoush is a delicious dip that will complement most dishes you could have in your mezze platter. Made out of roasted aubergine flesh, it is a very earthy flavor that goes great as an alternative to hummus.
Flatbreads
You can elevate your mezze platter by very simply making your own flatbreads. All you will need is flour, water, and salt and you can easily make flatbreads very quickly. With a bit of baba ganoush and a falafel, you already have the building blocks of a delicious snack.
Hummus
Hummus is a classic and it can’t be left out of mezze plates, despite how much variation there can be. Making your hummus fresh is ideal as it tastes far better and will improve everything you have the hummus with.
Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are a common dish in mezze platters, and you can fill them with bulgar wheat and feta if you want quite a filling but delicious snack.
Feta And Olives
This is inspired by the Greek side of mezze platters, and it is a delicious combo that requires no preparation. As strong and punchy flavors, olives and feta will give any component of your mezze platter a big boost.
These ingredients are just a starting point for building the perfect mezze platter and showcase the variety of cultures and cuisines that have influenced it. Try making your own small dishes and using in different combinations to arrive at your favorite mezze platter.
