Best 4 Goat Cheese Stuffed Piquillo Peppers Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Goat cheese stuffed piquillo peppers are a delicious and elegant appetizer or main course. The creamy, tangy goat cheese pairs perfectly with the smoky, sweet piquillo peppers. This dish is also relatively easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. Whether you are looking for a new party appetizer or a simple but impressive meal, goat cheese stuffed piquillo peppers are sure to please.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PIQUILLO PEPPERS STUFFED WITH GOAT CHEESE



Piquillo Peppers Stuffed with Goat Cheese image

Provided by José Andrés

Categories     Pepper     Appetizer     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Healthy     Party     Self

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons finely diced shallots
1 scallion (white part only), thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons aged Spanish sherry vinegar
1 can (13.75 ounces; 16 peppers) piquillo peppers, drained
3 ounces lowfat soft goat cheese
Olive oil cooking spray
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Whisk shallots, scallion and vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Slice open the top of each pepper to create a pocket. Spoon cheese into peppers, dividing it equally among them. Heat a large frying pan over medium heat; coat with cooking spray. Cook peppers, flipping once, until cheese begins to melt, about 30 seconds each side. Transfer to a platter. Sprinkle with parsley and thyme. Drizzle dressing over peppers and serve.

GOAT CHEESE-STUFFED PIQUILLO PEPPERS



Goat Cheese-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons sliced almonds
12 jarred roasted piquillo peppers, drained and patted dry (from one 8-ounce jar)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
8 ounces goat cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sherry vinegar, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Place the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat and cook, tossing, until golden brown and toasted, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let cool.
  • If necessary, trim the open end of each pepper so that it measures 1 1/2- to 2-inches long. Stir the chives, mint and parsley together in a small bowl.
  • Place the goat cheese in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until creamy. Add the olive oil and beat until incorporated. Add all but 1 tablespoon of the herbs and beat to combine. Season the cheese mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon the cheese mixture into a resealable plastic bag, snip off the tip of one corner and pipe the cheese into each pepper until about three-quarters full. Arrange the peppers on a platter and drizzle with more olive oil and some sherry vinegar. Sprinkle the peppers with the remaining herbs and the toasted almonds before serving.

STUFFED PIQUILLO PEPPERS WITH GOAT CHEESE



Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Goat Cheese image

Sweeter and smokier than regular roasted red bell peppers, piquillos form an ideal shell for tangy, creamy goat cheese speckled with scallions and mint-the perfect appetizer

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 ounces goat cheese, room temperature
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint
1/8 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
1 jar (7 ounces) piquillo peppers (about 15 peppers), drained, liquid reserved
2 lemons
Spring onions, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Place goat cheese, scallions, mint, red-pepper flakes, and reserved piquillo liquid in a bowl. Zest and then juice lemons into the bowl, straining seeds. Mix until well combined.
  • Using a small spoon, fill each pepper with about 2 tablespoons of the goat cheese mixture. Alternatively, pipe the mixture into the peppers. Place on a serving plate, and sprinkle with red-pepper flakes; garnish with spring onions if desired. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, about 1 hour.

GOAT CHEESE STUFFED PIQUILLO PEPPERS



Goat Cheese Stuffed Piquillo Peppers image

This is a Spanish traditional recipe and I had it at a restaraunt in town that serves traditional Spanish tapas. This was a fantastic dish and I just had to find a recipe. I found this online and it looks exactly like what I had. Enjoy!

Provided by Niki Zuidema

Categories     Spanish

Time 7m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (12 ounce) jars spanish piquillo peppers (make sure you look for Origin of Spain becuase these are going to be the best)
5 ounces goat cheese, room temperature
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
coarse sea salt, to taste
coarse ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat Broiler to High.
  • With you fingers, gently open the stem end of one of the peppers being careful not to poke through the pepper.
  • Carefully stuff about 1/2 teaspon goat cheese inside (it should fill the peppers but not be falling out).
  • Continue until all peppers are filled.
  • Arrange peppers in a single layer in a broiler-proof glass baking dish.
  • Pour 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over them.
  • Sprinkle garlic over the peppers.
  • Broil for 7-10 minutes or until cheese is soft and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.6, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 28, Sodium 182.8, Carbohydrate 1.1, Sugar 0.9, Protein 7.7

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and firm piquillo peppers for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you can't find piquillo peppers, you can substitute roasted red bell peppers.
  • Make sure to drain the piquillo peppers well before stuffing them, or the filling will be too watery.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the filling for a more complex flavor.
  • If you don't have goat cheese, you can substitute cream cheese, feta cheese, or ricotta cheese.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, or thyme, to the filling for extra flavor.
  • Bake the stuffed peppers until the filling is hot and bubbly, and the peppers are slightly tender.
  • Serve the stuffed peppers immediately, or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Goat cheese stuffed piquillo peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time. With their creamy goat cheese filling and slightly tangy piquillo peppers, these stuffed peppers are sure to be a hit with your guests.

Related Topics