BAKED GOAT CHEESE CAPRESE SALAD

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This is one of the most amazing and easy cheese appetizers ever. It's got that texture that people love about goat cheese. Basil and tomato have a proven track record of being incredibly delicious with creamy cheeses, and this is no exception.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons basil chiffonade (thinly sliced fresh basil leaves), divided
1 (4 ounce) log of fresh goat cheese, halved
16 cherry tomatoes, cut in half on the diagonal
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Drizzle about 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil into the bottom of each 6-ounce ramekin and sprinkle about 1 tablespoon basil per ramekin over the oil. Place 1 goat cheese piece over the basil in each ramekin; surround with sliced cherry tomatoes. Top with cracked black pepper and cayenne. Spread 1 1/2 teaspoon of the remaining basil on top of each portion, place ramekins on a baking sheet, and drizzle each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons more olive oil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 15 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 152.5 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Saleem Jutt12
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I would not make this salad again.


Sean Russell
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I'm giving this recipe one star because it's the lowest rating I can give.


Parwaiz Parwaiz
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I'm sorry, but this salad was just not good.


Devid
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Andre Broodryk
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This salad is a waste of time and money.


Cherry Lagria
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my salad didn't look as good as the picture.


GOOGLE ONE
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The salad was too oily.


Lx Bijoy 666
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The tomatoes were bland and tasteless.


Year Santos
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The goat cheese was too strong for my taste.


Ugochi Iroh
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my salad didn't turn out as good as I expected.


Aj Williams
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


ALTAF HUSAIN
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I added some grilled chicken to the salad for a more substantial meal.


Ch Kamal
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and basil.


Rasel Hossain
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This salad is perfect for a summer party or potluck.


Roger Kehew
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I love the presentation of this salad. It's so colorful and inviting.


Koko Zum
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Elias Demeke
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, but I really enjoyed this salad. The cheese was mild and creamy, and it paired well with the tomatoes and basil.


Lamaj Snikpmot
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I used a balsamic glaze instead of balsamic vinegar and it added a nice touch of sweetness to the salad.


Didar
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The salad was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


azuka Azuka
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This baked goat cheese caprese salad was a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The creamy goat cheese, tangy tomatoes, and fresh basil were perfectly balanced. The salad was easy to make and looked impressive when served.