Grilled Goats Cheese with Fresh Figs
Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant recipe for Grilled Goat's Cheese with Fresh Figs. Featuring creamy rounds of warm goat's cheese, delicately caramelized fig halves, and a drizzle of golden honey, this dish is a perfect harmony of sweet and savory flavors. Accentuated with fragrant fresh thyme, a touch of balsamic glaze, and a hint of olive oil, each bite feels gourmet yet approachable. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for entertaining or as a sophisticated snack. Serve it with crusty bread or crackers to complete this effortlessly delightful dish that’s sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 200 g goat's cheese (soft, round log)
- 4 fresh figs
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 0 (as needed) crusty bread or crackers (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Slice the goat's cheese log into 4 equal rounds and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Step 3
Wash the fresh figs, pat them dry, and slice them into halves.
Step 4
Brush the fig halves lightly with olive oil and place them cut-side up next to the goat's cheese on the baking tray.
Step 5
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over the goat's cheese rounds and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves, a pinch of salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Transfer the baking tray to the grill or broiler and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the goat's cheese is warm and slightly golden, and the figs are lightly caramelized.
Step 7
Remove from the grill, arrange the goat's cheese and fig halves on a serving plate, and drizzle with balsamic glaze and the remaining honey.
Step 8
Serve immediately with crusty bread or crackers if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (523.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1118.0 |
| Total Fat 59.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 107.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1316.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 108.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 77.5g | |
| Protein 41.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 389.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 745.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories