Gluten-Free Middle Eastern Mezze Board
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This vibrant gluten-free Middle Eastern Mezze Board bursts with savory dips, fresh herbs, and satisfying textures. It's a delightful spread perfect for sharing, featuring creamy elements balanced by zesty seasonings.
At a glance: This easy party and appetizers recipe yields 8 servings in about 35 minutes (20 min prep, 15 min cook). It uses 7 ingredients — including hummus or baba ghanoush, labneh or dairy-free yogurt alternative, extra virgin olive oil — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more party and appetizers recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Middle Eastern Mezze Board: When preparing this party and appetizers recipe, exercise caution with all packaged ingredients, especially dips and dairy alternatives, ensuring they are certified gluten-free. Be mindful of shared utensils and preparation surfaces to prevent cross-contamination with gluten In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Middle Eastern Mezze Board: This mezze board is naturally gluten-free by using certified GF dips and serving with corn tortilla chips or fresh vegetables. It avoids all gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 2 cups hummus or baba ghanoush (certified GF)
- 1 cup labneh or dairy-free yogurt alternative (certified GF)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 bag certified gluten-free corn tortilla chips or vegetable sticks (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers)
Instructions
- 1
If serving a warm dip component, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) about 10 minutes before assembling. Prepare a large serving platter or individual small bowls for your dips.
- 2
In a medium bowl, gently combine your chosen main filling, such as hummus or baba ghanoush, with the labneh or dairy-free yogurt alternative. Stir until just incorporated, aiming for a creamy, cohesive mixture.
- 3
Drizzle the olive oil over the dip mixture and sprinkle evenly with the fresh chopped parsley, sea salt, and black pepper. Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as needed to achieve your desired flavor profile.
- 4
If serving a warm dip, transfer it to an oven-safe dish and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until it's heated through and slightly bubbly around the edges. For a cold presentation, simply arrange the dips on your platter.
- 5
Arrange the certified gluten-free corn tortilla chips and an assortment of fresh vegetable sticks around the dips on your serving platter. Serve immediately, allowing guests to scoop and enjoy the delightful array of flavors and textures.
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Tips & Notes
- Use a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil here — the flavor comes through in simple recipes.
- Greek yogurt adds protein and tang; plain regular yogurt gives a lighter, moister crumb.
- Pre-shredded bagged carrots are drier and choppier — they won't give the same moist crumb.
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