Description
This Greek Platter recipe features a delightful assortment of dishes, including spicy feta-topped wedges, flavorful Greek meatballs, creamy tzatziki, and crispy toasted pita bread. Perfect for a main course or as an appetizer spread, this Mediterranean-inspired platter is sure to impress.
Ingredients
																
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			For the spicy feta-topped wedges:
- 4 medium potatoes (cut into thick wedges)
 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
 - 1/2 teaspoon oregano
 - Salt and pepper to taste
 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
 
For the Greek meatballs (keftedes):
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
 - 1/4 cup grated onion
 - 2 garlic cloves (minced)
 - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
 - 1 egg
 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin
 - Salt and pepper to taste
 - Olive oil for frying or baking
 
For the tzatziki:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
 - 1/2 cucumber (grated and squeezed dry)
 - 1 garlic clove (minced)
 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or mint
 - Salt to taste
 
For the toasted pitta:
- 4 pita breads
 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
 - Pinch of salt and oregano
 
Instructions
- Potato wedges: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and red pepper flakes.
 - Meatballs: Mix ground meat, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Form into small balls. Fry in olive oil for 8–10 minutes or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
 - Tzatziki: Combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate.
 - Toasted pitta: Brush pita breads with olive oil, salt, and oregano. Toast in a skillet or oven until golden. Cut into wedges.
 
Notes
- You can prepare all components ahead of time and assemble just before serving.
 - Serve with olives, tomatoes, or stuffed grape leaves for a fuller spread.
 
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
 - Cook Time: 35 minutes
 - Category: Main Course or Appetizer
 - Method: Baking, Stovetop
 - Cuisine: Greek
 
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 full platter
 - Calories: 620
 - Sugar: 4g
 - Sodium: 640mg
 - Fat: 34g
 - Saturated Fat: 10g
 - Unsaturated Fat: 20g
 - Trans Fat: 0g
 - Carbohydrates: 40g
 - Fiber: 4g
 - Protein: 36g
 - Cholesterol: 95mg