# What You'll Need:
→ Dove
01 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
03 - 1/4 tsp salt
04 - Pinch of white pepper
05 - 1 small carrot (for beak and feet)
06 - 2 black peppercorns (for eyes)
→ Olive Platter
07 - 5.3 oz green olives, pitted
08 - 5.3 oz black olives, pitted
09 - 3.5 oz Kalamata olives, pitted
10 - 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
12 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
13 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish and olive branches)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, salt, and white pepper until smooth and spreadable.
02 - On a large serving platter, mound the cheese mixture into the form of a dove using a spatula or spoon, smoothing the surface gently.
03 - Cut a small triangle from the carrot for the beak and two tiny pieces for the feet, positioning them on the dove shape. Press the black peppercorns into place for eyes.
04 - Cluster the green, black, and Kalamata olives around the dove to evoke branches and a festive border.
05 - Place cherry tomato halves and cucumber slices attractively around the platter to add color and freshness.
06 - Lightly coat the olives and vegetables with extra virgin olive oil.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs to resemble olive branches held by the dove or placed around the platter.
08 - Refrigerate until ready to serve. Complement with crackers or sliced baguette if desired.
