Cucumber Pomegranate And Goat Cheese Appetizers Recipe

Delight your guests with these festive and flavorful Cucumber Pomegranate & Goat Cheese Appetizers! Inspired by Padma Lakshmi's recipe, these elegant toasts boast a delightful crunch and vibrant colors perfect for holiday gatherings. The combination of creamy goat cheese (or cream cheese!), juicy pomegranate seeds, and crisp cucumber is simply irresistible. Learn a mess-free pomegranate seeding technique included in the recipe! These appetizers are surprisingly easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 248.9 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cucumber Pomegranate And Goat Cheese Appetizers

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How to Make Cucumber Pomegranate And Goat Cheese Appetizers

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Thinly slice cucumbers and arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine goat cheese (or cream cheese or a mix of both) with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the cucumber slices.
  5. Top each cucumber slice with approximately 1 tablespoon of pomegranate seeds.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is slightly melted and the cucumbers are tender.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh mint or a sprinkle of extra pomegranate seeds if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

17g

Carbs

11g

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