Colorful Mediterranean garland with olives, cherry tomatoes, cheeses, and fresh herbs arranged for festive appeal.
# What You Need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 2 cups mixed cherry tomatoes, whole or halved
02 - 1 cup seedless green grapes, optional
03 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves
04 - 1 cup fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
→ Olives
05 - 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives
06 - 1 cup pitted green Castelvetrano olives
→ Cheese
07 - 7 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
08 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, cubed
→ Accompaniments
09 - ½ cup marinated artichoke hearts, quartered
10 - ½ cup roasted red peppers, sliced
11 - ½ cup toasted pine nuts, optional
12 - Crusty bread slices or gluten-free crackers, for serving
→ Dressing (optional)
13 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
14 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
15 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Arrange rosemary sprigs in a large circular wreath on a platter or wooden board to create the garland foundation.
02 - Alternate cherry tomatoes, Kalamata and Castelvetrano olives, mozzarella balls, feta cubes, grapes if using, artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers over the rosemary base to form a colorful pattern.
03 - Tuck fresh basil leaves evenly throughout the garland to enhance aroma and visual appeal.
04 - Scatter toasted pine nuts on top, if using, for added texture.
05 - Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over the garnished board, then finish with a fresh grind of black pepper.
06 - Present alongside crusty bread slices or gluten-free crackers as desired.
