Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa Recipe

Impress your guests with this vibrant and flavorful Crusted Goat Cheese! Paired perfectly with a simple fish dish or as a delightful appetizer, this recipe features creamy goat cheese baked to perfection, topped with a zesty fresh tomato salsa and wilted spinach. A quick and easy recipe that's sure to become a new favorite! Inspired by Cuisine at Home magazine.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 192.5 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa

  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • shallot (1/2 red onion, finely diced, used instead)
  • fresh parsley (1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, used instead)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra for garnish (optional)
  • red wine vinegar (2 tablespoons fresh lime juice used instead)
  • fresh oregano
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 (8 ounce) log soft fresh goat cheese, cut into 6 (1/2 inch) thick rounds
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, chopped
  • red pepper flakes (1 jalapeno, seeded and minced, used instead)
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus extra for garnish (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

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How to Make Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, gently combine the spinach, diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno (remove seeds for less heat), cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place goat cheese rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the goat cheese is softened and lightly golden brown.
  5. Top each goat cheese round with a generous spoonful of the spinach and tomato salsa.
  6. Garnish with extra cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil (optional).
  7. Serve immediately as a side dish or appetizer.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

26g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa?

Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa?

Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa has approximately 192.5 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa?

The key ingredients for Crusted Goat Cheese With Spinach Fresh Tomato Salsa are Tomatoes, Shallot, Fresh Parsley, Olive Oil, Red Wine Vinegar, Fresh Oregano. See the full list with measurements above.

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