Description
This Greek Beef Mezze Platter with Lemon Drizzle is a vibrant Mediterranean feast perfect for sharing. Juicy marinated beef, creamy hummus and tzatziki, crisp veggies, briny olives, and warm pita come together in a colorful, irresistible board. The zesty lemon drizzle ties everything together, making every bite bright, savory, and utterly satisfying. Perfect for casual dinners, entertaining friends, or any time you want your meal to feel like a celebration.
Ingredients
- For the Beef:
- 1 ½ lbs (700g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- For the Mezze Platter:
- 1 cup hummus
- 1 cup tzatziki
- ½ cup Kalamata olives
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- Warm pita or flatbread, cut into wedges
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- For the Lemon Drizzle:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Pinch of salt & black pepper
Instructions
Marinate the beef: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss beef slices until evenly coated. Let marinate at least 30 minutes.
Cook the beef: Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat. Cook beef slices 2–3 minutes per side until seared and cooked to your liking. Work in batches if needed.
Prepare the lemon drizzle: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and glossy.
Assemble the platter: Arrange hummus, tzatziki, olives, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, feta, and pita on a large serving board. Place cooked beef slices on top.
Finish and serve: Drizzle beef with lemon sauce, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Beef can be marinated overnight for extra flavor.
Swap beef for chicken or halloumi for variation.
Add roasted vegetables or extra dips like baba ganoush for a more elaborate platter.
Rest cooked beef for a few minutes to retain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 platter portion
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 120mg