Persian Herb Platter with Feta Whip

Nowruz, the Iranian or Persian New Year Celebration, centers around the spring equinox. Rooted in the Zoroastrian religion, Nowruz has been celebrated for over 3,000 years by people from all over Western, South, and Central Asia, as well as throughout the Black Sea Basin and the Balkans. The foods used to celebrate Nowruz vary throughout these regions, but this herb platter serves as a central feature on the Persian table. All these delicious components, when eaten together, form the perfect bite, known as ‘loghmeh’ in Persian. Traditionally served with slices of feta, here we’ve whipped it up into a dip, making for a very sharable platter that’s perfect as an appetizer, light savory brunch, or as part of a larger meal spread. Feta is packed with gut-healthy probiotics and serves as an excellent source of protein and calcium. Fresh herbs can help prevent and manage heart disease, lower inflammation, and combat diabetes and cancer. Feel free to adapt the accompaniments to your preferences. 

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