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Green Goddess Pesto & Goat Cheese Bites

A delightful appetizer featuring creamy goat cheese paired with vibrant green goddess pesto, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pesto Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts toasted
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
Bite Assembly
  • 8 ounces goat cheese softened
  • 1 package crackers for serving

Method
 

Make the Pesto
  1. In a food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
  2. With the processor running, slowly add olive oil until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble the Bites
  1. Spread a layer of goat cheese on each cracker.
  2. Top with a spoonful of green goddess pesto.
  3. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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