A vibrant mix of olives, cherry tomatoes, cheeses, and herbs presented beautifully for easy sharing.
# What you'll need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 2 cups mixed cherry tomatoes (red, yellow, orange), whole or halved
02 - 1 cup seedless green grapes (optional)
03 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves
04 - 1 cup fresh rosemary sprigs
→ 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 - 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, quartered
10 - 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
11 - 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
12 - Crusty bread slices or gluten-free crackers, for serving
→ Dressing (optional)
13 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
14 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
15 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Method:
01 - Arrange rosemary sprigs in a circular wreath shape on a large platter or wooden board to form the garland base.
02 - Alternately layer cherry tomatoes, Kalamata and Castelvetrano olives, mozzarella balls, feta cubes, grapes if used, marinated artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers over the rosemary base, creating a colorful, festive arrangement.
03 - Distribute fresh basil leaves evenly throughout the garland for enhanced aroma and visual contrast.
04 - Sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the assembled garland if desired to add texture and flavor.
05 - Just before serving, drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze across the garland. Finish by grinding fresh black pepper over the top.
06 - Present with crusty bread slices or gluten-free crackers on the side for accompanying bites.
