Turkish Olives Cheese Board (Print Version)

A vibrant Turkish spread with olives, feta, honey, and warm pita, perfect for sharing and nibbling.

# 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 tbsp honey
06 - 2 to 3 pieces warm pita bread, cut into wedges

→ Garnishes (optional)

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

# How to Make It:

01 - Place feta cheese cubes and beyaz peynir slices on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Distribute green and black olives in small bowls or scatter around the cheeses.
03 - Pour honey into a small bowl or drizzle directly over the cheese as preferred.
04 - Warm pita bread briefly in a skillet or oven, cut into wedges, then add to the board.
05 - Sprinkle with fresh herbs, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and add crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
06 - Present immediately, inviting guests to combine flavors as they prefer.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes, so you can actually enjoy your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
  • The contrast of salty olives, creamy cheese, and sweet honey creates this perfect flavor balance that keeps you reaching for another bite.
  • It's forgiving—you can make swaps, add what you have on hand, and it still tastes authentic.
02 -
  • Cold pita bread is nearly useless—it cracks instead of scooping, so warm it right before serving, even if you're just heating it in the oven while people arrive.
  • The honey's flavor matters more than you'd think; cheap or flavorless honey disappears into the cheese instead of becoming part of the experience.
  • Beyaz peynir is worth hunting for, but if your market doesn't have it, a mild fresh mozzarella gets you 80% of the way there in a pinch.
03 -
  • Make your board the last thing before guests arrive so the cheese doesn't dry out and the pita stays warm—speed matters more than perfection here.
  • Always have more honey than you think you need; people pour it more generously once they taste it the first time, and running out feels like a tragedy.
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