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Whipped Goat Cheese with Lemon and Herbs

Published: Apr 7, 2016 · Modified: Dec 15, 2022 by Rose McAvoy · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

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Whipped goat cheese is quickly becoming my favorite quick and easy appetizer recipe. All you need are a few simple ingredients to make this lemon-herb goat cheese spread perfect for pairing with crackers or veggies.

Whipped Goat Cheese spread

This post is sponsored by Gourmet Garden. The ideas and opinions are my own. I love sharing products that fit into my family's busy healthy eating lifestyle. Thank you for supporting brands that make it possible to keep Half Her Size running. 

Recipe Highlights:

  1. No-cook appetizer that only takes 10 minutes to make.
  2. No chopping needed, put everything in the food processor for 1 minute.
  3. A healthy alternative to the usual cheesy dips found at parties, potlucks, and picnics.

When the weather gets warm I make a bit of time to brainstorm a selection of quick and easy no-cook recipes. Like many of my go-to meals I start with simple ingredients I am likely to have on-hand. This whipped goat cheese with lemon and herbs is my latest favorite no-cook AND no-chop (hello!) staple to go on everything.

Whipped Goat Cheese with Lemon and Herbs

I am so excited to officially partner with Gourmet Garden Herbs. I have been proclaiming my love of Gourmet Garden stir-in herbs and seasonings (the squeezy tubes) on Instagram and Facebook for years. Using herbs and spices is the best way to turn boring diet food into a rich flavorful meal you will want to post on your Facebook wall. A few squeezes of herbs and garlic can be the turning point between a temporary weight loss plan and celebrating your healthy-ever-after!

Whipped Goat Cheese spread with Gourmet Garden herbs

I used to grab a fresh herbs while I was shopping. However, if I didn't use them right away or I didn't use all of them in one recipe they would mold or turn to slime and stink. Fortunately, Gourmet Garden has developed a Lightly Dried line featuring a selection of chopped herbs including ginger and chili flakes (which I couldn't grow if I wanted to). These lightly dried herbs look and smell very much like fresh but they last for up to 4 weeks in the refrigerator after opening. This new line is so exciting because it gives you time to enjoy fresh herbs on your food without the stress of racing to use them.

Whipped Goat Cheese spread

I used Lightly Dried parsley and stir-in chunky garlic to make my whipped goat cheese. It only took 10 minutes from getting the ingredients out to spooning the seemingly indulgent spread into a serving dish. The flecks of parsley in the goat cheese and the tempting aroma of garlic were just as you would expect from fresh ingredients. The best part? I didn't need to prepare the herbs, wash a knife and cutting board, or smell garlic on my hands for the rest of the day.

Easy-peasy-done, that's how this busy mom likes it!

Whipped Goat Cheese spread


Whipped Goat Cheese with Lemon and Herbs

Rose McAvoy
Whipped goat cheese is a quick and easy recipe inspired by classic French flavors. For an appetizer serve this simply as a spread for bread or crackers. A spoonful of whipped goat cheese stirred into a warm bowl of pasta makes an instant light and creamy sauce full of fresh herb flavors.
5 from 2 votes
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine French
Servings 1 cup
Calories 54 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz soft goat cheese
  • 2 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • ¼ cup Gourmet Garden Lightly Dried Parsley
  • 4 teaspoon Gourmet Garden Chunky Garlic
  • 1 ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Place all the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor. Process until all the ingredients combine into a smooth, spreadable mixture -about 1 minute. (Alternately place all the ingredients in a large bowl and use a fork to blend until smooth.)

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Comments

  1. fabiola@notjustbaked

    April 15, 2016 at 10:38 am

    You said it lady, easy peasy! Such a perfect appetizer and your photos are great! I am with you I have these herbs on hand at all times. They are perfect for literally everything!!! Happy Spring!

    Reply
    • Rose McAvoy

      April 15, 2016 at 2:11 pm

      Thank you Fabiola! Yes these herbs are perfect for everything. Happy Spring to you too :)

      Reply
  2. Bobbi

    April 15, 2016 at 9:26 am

    5 stars
    I am in love with this dip (you know I gobbled it up last weekend). I agree that the game changer in healthy foods is flavor. Everyone assumes that healthy meals are bland and flavorless.

    Reply
    • Rose McAvoy

      April 15, 2016 at 10:20 am

      Amen! Bring on the flavor! It was so much fun to share this with you on our weekend getaway. It was a perfect fit for our no fuss menu.

      Reply
  3. Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips

    April 14, 2016 at 4:59 pm

    Forget crackers, I could eat this with a spoon. I love goat cheese, and the Gourmet Garden herbs really make it amazing!

    Reply
    • Rose McAvoy

      April 14, 2016 at 5:34 pm

      Brianne I may or may not have tried the crackerless method of sampling this whipped goat cheese... :)

      Reply
  4. amanda @ fake ginger

    April 14, 2016 at 8:22 am

    Whipped goat cheese is one of the greatest things on earth! This looks amazing. And I'll be keeping my eye out for those lightly dried herbs - I can definitely use those!

    Reply
    • Rose McAvoy

      April 14, 2016 at 11:57 am

      You will love the herbs Amanda they are a fabulous way to keep fresh herbs on hand for weeks at a time.

      Reply
  5. tanya

    April 14, 2016 at 4:09 am

    I love whipped goat cheese! I would put this on everything!

    Reply
    • Rose McAvoy

      April 14, 2016 at 8:03 am

      It is so good! I have been adding little scoops to eggs, pasta, and salad. I am excited to have it with potatoes and roasted veggies.

      Reply
  6. webster

    April 08, 2016 at 2:11 am

    Rose, sounds delicious. I'm familiar with solid Chavrie, but where did you find softened goat cheese? It sounds like it would work well in my basil cheese potatoes, my regular au gratin alternative.

    Reply
    • Rose McAvoy

      April 13, 2016 at 4:56 pm

      You want Chavrie, the kind that is a bit crumbly. I say soft goat cheese because it is possible to find a hard cheese made from goats milk. Basil cheese potatoes sounds yummy!

      Reply

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