Vegetarian Platter Recipe

Preparation Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare Hummus

   In a food processor, blend together 1 cup of chickpeas, 1/4 cup of tahini, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 clove of garlic, and salt to taste until smooth. Adjust seasoning as necessary.

2. 2

   Make Tabbouleh

   In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of finely chopped parsley, 1/2 cup of diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup of diced cucumber, 1/4 cup of chopped green onion, 1/4 cup of olive oil, the juice of one lemon, and salt to taste. Mix well and let it sit for 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Prepare Stuffed Grape Leaves

   Arrange 12 stuffed grape leaves on a serving platter. You can use store-bought or homemade. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

4. 4

   Roasted Red Pepper Dip

   Blend together 1 cup of roasted red peppers, 1/4 cup of tahini, 1 clove of garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and salt to taste in a food processor until smooth.

5. 5

   Prepare Vegetable Samosas

   Cook 6 vegetable samosas according to the package instructions or make your own. Serve warm.

6. 6

   Fry Falafel

   Fry or bake 12 falafel balls until golden brown and crispy. Serve with tahini sauce if desired.

7. 7

   Prepare Olives

   Place 1 cup of mixed olives in a small bowl for serving.

8. 8

   Serve Pita Bread

   Warm 4 pieces of pita bread in the oven or on a skillet until soft and pliable.

9. 9

   Assemble Platter

   On a large serving platter, arrange the hummus, tabbouleh, stuffed grape leaves, roasted red pepper dip, vegetable samosas, falafel, olives, and warm pita bread. Serve with additional lemon wedges on the side.