Marinated Goat Cheese with Garlic and Thyme
Marinated Goat Cheese with Garlic and Thyme is a simple yet elegant appetizer featuring creamy goat cheese infused with aromatic herbs, garlic, and rich olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- goat cheese log
- olive oil
- garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- fresh thyme sprigs
- lemon zest
- red pepper flakes
- black pepper
- salt
Instructions
- Slice the goat cheese log into thick rounds or bite-sized pieces.
- Arrange the cheese in a shallow dish or jar in a single layer.
- Gently warm olive oil in a saucepan over low heat.
- Add sliced garlic and let it infuse without browning.
- Remove from heat and stir in thyme, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the warm marinade over the goat cheese to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Bring to room temperature before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for best flavor.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes or olives for variation.
- Drizzle with honey for a sweet contrast.
- Keep cheese submerged in oil for freshness.
- Use leftover oil for salads or bread dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
