Save on Pinterest A festive and colorful appetizer featuring olives, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs, arranged in a beautiful wreath shape perfect for entertaining and holiday gatherings.
This appetizer always impresses guests with its simplicity and elegance during holiday parties.
Ingredients
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 pint (300 g) red and yellow, if available
- Green olives: 1 cup (150 g), pitted
- Black olives: 1 cup (150 g), pitted
- Mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini): 1/2 cup (75 g)
- Fresh basil leaves: 1/2 cup (10 g)
- Fresh parsley sprigs: 1/2 cup (10 g)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs: 1/4 cup (5 g)
- Extra virgin olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Balsamic glaze (optional): 1 tbsp
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Flaky sea salt: to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry cherry tomatoes basil parsley and rosemary.
- Step 2:
- On a large round serving platter arrange the rosemary and parsley in a circular wreath shape as the base.
- Step 3:
- Alternately layer cherry tomatoes green olives black olives and mozzarella balls around the herb base creating a full ring.
- Step 4:
- Tuck fresh basil leaves throughout the wreath for color and aroma.
- Step 5:
- Drizzle the olive oil over the entire wreath and if using a few lines of balsamic glaze.
- Step 6:
- Season with freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.
Save on Pinterest This recipe always brings my family together especially during festive celebrations where everyone enjoys the fresh and colorful presentation.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with toasted baguette slices or breadsticks and pair with a crisp white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc.
Storage
Refrigerate assembled wreath for up to 1 hour before serving to keep ingredients fresh.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy from mozzarella olives may be processed near nuts gluten-free when served with gluten-free bread.
Save on Pinterest This appetizer combines simplicity and elegance making it a crowd-pleaser that is quick to prepare.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What herbs are used in the wreath?
Fresh basil, parsley, and rosemary sprigs are layered to form the aromatic base and infuse the wreath with herbal fragrance.
- → Can I prepare the wreath ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the wreath and refrigerate it for up to one hour before serving to maintain freshness.
- → What dressing enhances the flavor?
A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and optional balsamic glaze adds richness and a subtle sweet acidity to the wreath.
- → Are there ingredient substitutions suggested?
You can add roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts for extra color and variety if desired.
- → What serving suggestions pair well with this dish?
Serve alongside toasted baguette slices or breadsticks and pair with crisp white wines like Sauvignon Blanc.
- → Is this suitable for special diets?
Yes, it fits vegetarian and gluten-free diets, but note it contains dairy from mozzarella.