Description
A quick and elegant appetizer, goat cheese and pistachio bruschetta combines creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a drizzle of honey on toasted baguette slices. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a simple snack, this recipe balances sweet and savory flavors beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 4 oz goat cheese, softened
- ½ cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp honey, agave, or balsamic glaze
- Fresh herbs (e.g., thyme, basil, or microgreens) for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Bread:
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush each with olive oil, and sprinkle with sea salt. Toast in the oven for 8–10 minutes until golden brown. - Spread the Cheese:
Allow goat cheese to soften at room temperature. Spread a generous layer on each toasted baguette slice using a warm knife. - Add Pistachios:
Sprinkle finely chopped pistachios evenly over the goat cheese, pressing gently to help them adhere. - Drizzle and Garnish:
Drizzle honey, agave, or balsamic glaze over the top. Garnish with fresh herbs or microgreens for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- To save time, prepare the goat cheese mixture (blend goat cheese with olive oil) and chop pistachios in advance.
- Assemble just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Experiment with toppings: Try fig jam, caramelized onions, or a pinch of chili flakes for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Assembling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 92mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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