Marinated Goat Cheese Rounds with Crostini

Transform your appetizer game with these irresistible Marinated Goat Cheese Rounds with Crostini—a dish as elegant as it is effortless. Tangy goat cheese is sliced into delicate rounds and infused with the vibrant flavors of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh thyme, rosemary, garlic, and a touch of zesty lemon. A hint of red pepper flakes adds subtle heat, while the marinating process allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Paired with golden, oven-crisped crostini brushed with olive oil and a sprinkle of kosher salt, this recipe is perfect for entertaining or elevating any meal. Serve the creamy cheese with its fragrant herbed oil for drizzling or dipping, ensuring a show-stopping experience. Ready in just 25 minutes of active prep and cooking time, this appetizer is perfect for six and sure to impress. Keywords: marinated goat cheese, crostini recipe, appetizer idea, easy entertaining dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces goat cheese
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 baguette
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing baguette slices)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

Step 1

Slice the goat cheese into 1/4-inch thick rounds. If the cheese crumbles slightly, gently press it back together.

Step 2

In a shallow container or small bowl, combine the olive oil, fresh thyme, rosemary, red pepper flakes, thinly sliced garlic, lemon zest, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Carefully place the goat cheese rounds into the olive oil mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 5

Slice the baguette into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange them on a baking sheet.

Step 6

Brush both sides of the baguette slices lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt.

Step 7

Bake the baguette slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.

Step 8

Remove the marinated goat cheese from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the marinated goat cheese rounds on a platter alongside the crostini. Include some of the herbed olive oil mixture for drizzling or dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(813.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3982.5

Total Fat 328.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.2g
Cholesterol 178.2mg	0%
Sodium 3599.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.0g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 521.6mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 571.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.2%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 17.4%