5-Minute Goat Cheese Appetizer with Roasted Peppers and Dried Tomatoes
An easy and delicious goat cheese appetizer with dried tomatoes and roasted peppers that's ready in just minutes and perfect for slathering on toasted bread or crackers.
Servings: 8
Calories: 84kcal
Equipment
- Knife and cutting board
- Small bowl and spoon
- Plate for serving
Ingredients
- 4 ounces goat cheese log plain, herb, or cracked pepper all work well
- 1/2 cup chopped dried tomatoes, preferably in olive oil*
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted red sweet peppers**
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, preferably from the dried tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, or to taste
- salt and pepper to taste, optional***
- chopped herbs for garnish: basil, parsley, oregano, chives (optional)
Instructions
- Place the log of goat cheese on a small serving plate, but big enough to hold the topping overflow.
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, chopped peppers, minced garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Season to taste with salt, pepper, or a splash more balsamic, if desired.
- Pour the tomato-pepper mixture over the cheese and top with chopped herbs, if using.
- Serve with toasted artisan bread or crackers.
Notes
*If your dried tomatoes aren't in olive oil, you'll need to reconstitute the tomatoes by soaking in boiling water for 10 minutes or until softened before starting the recipe.
**If you are roasting your own peppers, you'll need about 1/2 of a large pepper or a whole small pepper.
***I usually don't add any salt, as the goat cheese has salt added.
To Make Ahead: For the freshest presentation, prepare topping separately and store in a covered container for up to a day in advance. Pour topping on goat cheese when you want to serve.
To Store: I keep the goat cheese with the topping in the refrigerator for up to a week, eating from it daily for lunches and it's fine that way, too. Just not as pretty.
Nutrition
Serving: 1TB | Calories: 84kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
