Description
Goat Cheese Appetizers made with creamy plant-based goat cheese, fresh herbs, and vibrant toppings offer an elegant, tangy, and versatile snack perfect for any occasion. These easy-to-prepare appetizers combine smooth, rich flavors with crisp textures, customizable to your taste or dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- Sliced cucumbers or crackers – as needed for serving
Goat Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup plant-based goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- Sea salt – to taste
- Cracked black pepper – to taste
Toppings
- Cherry tomatoes, halved – ½ cup
- Roasted red peppers, sliced – ½ cup
- Toasted nuts or seeds (pine nuts, almonds, or seeds) – ¼ cup
- Fresh herbs (basil, thyme, microgreens) for garnish
- Natural vegetarian Worcestershire sauce – for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare Your Base: Slice cucumbers, bell peppers, or crackers into bite-sized pieces that can comfortably hold the toppings. Arrange them neatly on a serving platter to create an attractive foundation.
- Whip the Plant-Based Goat Cheese: In a bowl, gently whip the plant-based goat cheese with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (natural) and a splash of natural apple cider vinegar until creamy and spreadable.
- Add Seasonings: Fold in finely chopped fresh herbs such as dill and chives, then season with sea salt and cracked black pepper to achieve a well-balanced, herbaceous flavor.
- Assemble the Appetizers: Spoon or spread the whipped goat cheese mixture onto the prepared bases. Top each piece with vibrant additions like cherry tomato halves, roasted red pepper strips, and toasted nuts or seeds for crunch.
- Final Touches: Drizzle a small amount of natural vegetarian Worcestershire sauce or extra virgin olive oil (natural) over the appetizers, then garnish with additional fresh herbs for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Use room temperature plant-based goat cheese for easier spreading and better blending with seasonings.
- Toast nuts or seeds lightly to enhance flavor and add crunch.
- Pat dry fresh vegetable toppings to avoid sogginess.
- Chill assembled appetizers for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve fresh for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: plant-based goat cheese appetizers, vegan appetizers, gluten free snacks, easy party appetizers, elegant finger foods, plant-based snacks
