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Sun Dried Tomato Goat Cheese Pesto Appetizer

Published: January 27, 2023 | Updated: January 27, 2023 | By Jess | Leave a Comment

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This Goat Cheese Pesto Appetizer is a fresh & simple appetizer you can make anytime of year!

goat cheese pesto dip

This goat cheese dip is packed with flavour and you only need a couple of key ingredients to make it.

Perfect for entertaining or simply as a snack!

This easy cheese appetizer is delicious in the Winter because you get a bite of freshness in each bite and on the flip side, it’s refreshing in the Spring & Summer too!

Why you’ll love this goat cheese dip

  • It’s made with 5 main ingredients, all of which are easy to find.
  • It takes less than 5 minutes to make!
  • You can serve with crackers or crostini.
  • It’s delicious ANYTIME of year!
  • If you have any leftovers, it’s delicious spread on a bagel or toast!

goat cheese pesto dip

Ingredients needed for this goat cheese pesto appetizer

Goat Cheese:  Softened goat cheese is the best when paired with pesto sauce.

Pesto:  You can use store-bought or homemade basil pesto in this recipe; both pack lots of flavour!

Sun Dried Tomatoes: These have a sweet-tart flavour that pair perfectly with the pesto and fresh cucumbers.

Cucumbers: Brings a cooling freshness to this dip.

Walnuts: Adds a wonderful crunch to each bite!

This recipe is truly so simple to make; it comes together in 5 minutes.

goat cheese pesto dip

Step by step process for this appetizer

Step 1:  Spread softened goat cheese on a plate. With the back of spoon, swirl pesto into the goat cheese.

Step 2: Sprinkle over the cucumbers, sundried tomatoes and walnuts.

Step 3:  Drizzle with olive oil and a pinch chili flakes. Top with fresh basil.

goat cheese pesto dip

Sun Dried Tomato Goat Cheese Pesto Appetizer

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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: goat cheese
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Jess
This goat cheese pesto appetizer is delicious anytime of year! With sundried tomatoes, walnuts & basil too, it can be made in no time.
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Ingredients

  • 150-200 g softened goat cheese
  • 2 tbsp basil pesto sauce
  • 1/3 cup chopped cucumbers
  • 1/3 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • Garnish: drizzle olive oil, chili flakes, fresh basil

Instructions

  • Spread softened goat cheese on a plate. With the back of spoon, swirl pesto into the goat cheese.
  • Sprinkle over the cucumbers, sundried tomatoes and walnuts.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and a pinch chili flakes. Top with fresh basil.
  • Serve with crackers or crostini.

Notes

  • If goat cheese isn't for you, try softened cream cheese or even hummus instead.
  • Other delicious add-ons could be olives, capers and a balsamic glaze drizzle - mix it up according to your tastes!
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faq

What if goat cheese isn’t my favourite?
If goat cheese isn’t for you, try softened cream cheese or even hummus instead.

What else can I serve with this goat cheese appetizer?
Other delicious add-ons could be olives, capers and a balsamic glaze drizzle – mix it up according to your tastes!

How can I make this appetizer for more people?
Make the goat cheese pesto dip the centrepiece of a charcuterie board and then surround it with delicious add-ons like olives, fresh tomatoes, breadsticks, prosciutto or salami for example.

How can I make crostini?
Preheat the oven to 400°Fahrenheit. Use a bread knife to slice a baguette into 1-inch thick slices. Brush the bread slices with olive oil on one side and place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, then flip and bake for another 5 minutes until toasted.

goat cheese pesto dip

Expert tips for making this goat cheese appetizer

  • If walnuts aren’t your favourite, try pine nuts or almonds.
  • Make sure to take the goat cheese out to soften at least 15 minutes prior to making the appetizer but if you need to soften it quickly, add 1 tbsp of milk to help when stirring / smoothing out the goat cheese.
  • Easily substitute the goat cheese for softened goat cheese or even hummus!

Storage

Keep the goat cheese pesto appetizer in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

goat cheese pesto dip

More easy appetizer recipes to love from the blog:

Easy Garlic & Herb Cheese Appetizer

Easy Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans

Garlic Bread Bites

Strawberry Basil Goat Cheese Dip

Until the next cooking adventure,
Jess

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