A vibrant wreath featuring olives, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, and mozzarella in a festive presentation.
# Components:
→ Vegetables & Fruits
01 - 1 pint (300 g) cherry tomatoes (red and yellow if available)
02 - 1 cup (150 g) pitted green olives
03 - 1 cup (150 g) pitted black olives
04 - 1/2 cup (75 g) mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
→ Fresh Herbs & Greens
05 - 1/2 cup (10 g) fresh basil leaves
06 - 1/2 cup (10 g) fresh parsley sprigs
07 - 1/4 cup (5 g) fresh rosemary sprigs
→ Dressing
08 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
11 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Wash and dry cherry tomatoes, basil, parsley, and rosemary thoroughly.
02 - Arrange rosemary and parsley sprigs in a circular wreath shape on a large round serving platter.
03 - Layer cherry tomatoes, green olives, black olives, and mini mozzarella balls alternately around the herb base to create a full ring.
04 - Tuck fresh basil leaves evenly throughout the wreath for added color and aroma.
05 - Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the entire wreath; if using, add a few lines of balsamic glaze.
06 - Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper and flaky sea salt to taste.
07 - Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour before serving.
