Turkish Olives Cheese Board (Printable version)

A vibrant spread of Turkish olives, creamy feta, honey, and warm pita bread, ideal for sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz beyaz peynir (Turkish white cheese), sliced

→ Olives

03 - 3.5 oz brined green olives
04 - 3.5 oz brined black olives

→ Accompaniments

05 - 4 tablespoons honey
06 - 2 to 3 pieces warm pita bread, cut into wedges

→ Garnishes (optional)

07 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
09 - Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

# Directions:

01 - Place feta cheese cubes and sliced beyaz peynir on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Distribute brined green and black olives in small bowls or scattered around the cheeses.
03 - Drizzle honey into a small bowl or directly over some cheese portions as preferred.
04 - Briefly heat pita bread in a skillet or oven, then cut into wedges and add to the board.
05 - Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs, drizzle extra virgin olive oil, and add crushed red pepper flakes if using.
06 - Present immediately, inviting guests to combine flavors as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes, which means you can stop stressing and start hosting.
  • The sweet-salty-tangy combination keeps people reaching for just one more bite.
  • It works for any crowd, from casual hangouts to impressing people you want to impress.
02 -
  • Warm pita bread makes all the difference—cold bread feels like an afterthought, but warm bread becomes the star.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese quality; this board lives or dies by what you choose, since there's nowhere to hide.
03 -
  • Cut cheese into different shapes and sizes—some cubes, some slices—so the board feels organic rather than manufactured.
  • Serve the honey in a small bowl rather than drizzling it directly, so guests can control how much sweetness they want in each bite.
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