Ingredients
1 1/2 cups crumbled goat cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh tomatoes (or 2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes)
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
1 tbsp fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
3 tbsp chopped red onion (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a bowl, mix crumbled goat cheese with olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic until smooth
Transfer mixture to a baking dish and shape into a log
Bake for 20 minutes, then stir in chopped tomatoes and olives
Return to oven and bake 5 more minutes until golden
Mix in lemon juice before serving
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute goat cheese with crumbled vegan cheese
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
Add capers (2 tsp) for extra briny flavor
Serve with crusty bread, pita chips, or fresh vegetables like bell peppers and cucumbers
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Mediterranean Basics
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 cup)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 13mg