🍇 Sweet and Savory Mediterranean Fruit and Cheese Platter
Ingredients:
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Cheeses (pick 3–4 varieties):
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Manchego (Spain)
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Feta or Halloumi (Greece)
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Brie or Camembert (France)
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Aged Cheddar or Gouda
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Fruits:
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Fresh figs (halved)
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Red & green grapes
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Pomegranate seeds
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Pear slices
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Apple slices
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Dried apricots & dates
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Savory additions:
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Kalamata olives
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Roasted red peppers
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Marcona almonds or pistachios
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Cucumber slices
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Cherry tomatoes
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Extras:
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Crusty baguette slices or Mediterranean flatbread
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Crackers
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Honey drizzle & fig jam
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Olive oil dip with herbs
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Instructions:
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Prepare the base: Place a large wooden board or platter.
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Arrange cheeses: Spread cheeses in different corners, slicing some for easy access.
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Add fruits: Place grapes, figs, pears, apples, and dried fruits around cheeses.
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Add savory items: Fill gaps with olives, peppers, nuts, and cucumber slices.
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Finish with extras: Add bowls of honey, fig jam, and olive oil dip.
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Serve: Pair with bread, flatbreads, or crackers.
❓Q&A
Q: Can I prepare this platter ahead of time?
A: Yes! Assemble fruits, cheese, and olives ahead, but drizzle honey and add crackers/bread right before serving to keep them fresh.
Q: What wine pairs best with this platter?
A: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc, a light Rosé, or a fruity Red (like Grenache) pairs perfectly with the mix of sweet and savory flavors.
Q: Can I make this platter kid-friendly?
A: Absolutely—skip strong cheeses like blue cheese, serve mild cheddar or mozzarella, and add extra dried fruits and pita chips.
Q: How do I balance sweet and savory?
A: Place sweet fruits next to salty cheeses (like feta with figs, or brie with grapes) and savory olives near milder cheeses for contrast.
Q: What’s a budget-friendly version?
A: Use local cheddar, mozzarella, or feta, pair with seasonal fruits (apples, grapes), and add roasted peanuts instead of Marcona almonds.
