Goat Cheese Dip With Herbs

Name: Goat Cheese Dip with Herbs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces soft (fresh goat cheese); 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling); 3 Tablespoons plain yogurt; 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary; Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper

February 1, 2020 by Cynthia 32 Comments

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Goat cheese dip with herbs is full of wonderful Mediterranean flavors and it’s delicious with raw vegetables, crackers, or pita. It’s quick and easy to make, coming together in just 5 minutes!

Herb goat cheese on a plate with vegetables

Mediterranean-Inspired Recipe

I had the pleasure of meeting the incredibly talented Amy Riolo not once, but twice in the span of two weeks.

Amy has written several books on Mediterranean food. What makes Amy’s books so fascinating is that they are not just cookbooks, but wonderful glances into the cultures and people of the Mediterranean.

Mediterranean cuisine is not solely limited to Italy, Spain, Greece, and the South of France. Amy’s vast knowledge of the region introduces the reader to Egyptian, Syrian, North African, and Saudi Arabian dishes as well.

Her latest book, The Ultimate Mediterranean Diet Cookbook, is not really a “diet” cookbook, as much as it is a way-of-life cookbook.

Amy is an internationally recognized expert on Mediterranean cuisine and culture. She serves as a culinary advisor for the Mediterranean Foods Alliance.

Her recipes use the fresh produce and products of the Mediterranean; fish, fruits and vegetables, local cheeses, olives, and nuts. Since there are no processed ingredients, the recipes are not only heart-healthy, they are waist-friendly as well!

This herb goat cheese dip is perfect with fresh vegetables, crackers, or pita bread. It takes less than 5 minutes to make, although chilling for a couple of hours enhances the flavor.

Goat Cheese Dip Ingredients

This recipe consists of goat cheese, extra-virgin olive oil, plain yogurt, and plenty of herbs.

Using a mix of fresh chives, Italian parsley, mint, thyme, rosemary, and of course, salt and pepper make an easy goat cheese dip with an enhanced flavor mix that is perfect for spreading onto pitas, crackers, or dipping vegetables.

Goat Cheese Dip Recipe

Start off by combining the goat cheese, olive oil, and yogurt in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Transfer to a small bowl and mix in the fresh herbs.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate until the dip is cold and the flavors have had time to blend. Anywhere from 3 hours to overnight usually does the trick!
Keep chilled until ready to serve.
Drizzle with additional olive oil before serving the goat cheese spread with bread or vegetables.

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Disclaimer: Although I was given a copy of Amy’s book, I was not obligated to write a review in exchange. I received no compensation for my review, and as always, the opinions expressed are my own.