Goat Cheese Stuffed Piquillo Peppers
Elevate your appetizer game with these creamy, tangy Goat Cheese Stuffed Piquillo Peppers—a perfect blend of texture and flavor that’s sure to impress. Tender, jarred piquillo peppers are delicately filled with a rich and zesty mixture of softened goat cheese, cream cheese, fresh chives, garlic, and bright lemon zest. This no-cook recipe makes entertaining effortless, with just 15 minutes of prep time and no oven required. Drizzled with a touch of olive oil and garnished with fresh parsley, these vibrant peppers are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ideal for cocktail parties, holiday gatherings, or a sophisticated snack, they’re a crowd-pleasing bite that can be served immediately or prepped ahead for added convenience.
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Ingredients
- 12 pieces Piquillo peppers (jarred)
- 8 oz Goat cheese, softened
- 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp Chives, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Drain the piquillo peppers and gently pat them dry with paper towels, being careful not to tear them. Set aside.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened goat cheese and cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Add the chopped chives, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir until fully incorporated.
Step 4
Spoon the cheese mixture into a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with one corner snipped off.
Step 5
Carefully pipe the cheese mixture into each piquillo pepper, filling them evenly but avoiding overstuffing.
Step 6
Arrange the stuffed peppers on a serving platter. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Step 7
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Allow to come to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (726.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1248.0 |
| Total Fat 103.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 247.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3682.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.3g | |
| Protein 51.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 491.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1031.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories