Bored by your dinner plans? This green goddess tahini will liven up any basic meal! I’m always so happy to have it in the refrigerator to serve as an appetizer or snack.
Just a dollop or two brings together random leftovers and simple meals made with veggies, greens, whole grains or beans. You can also spread it onto your sandwiches or wraps. Green goddess tahini is here to save the day. You’ll find many more serving suggestions below.
This recipe was inspired by a similar dip that I grabbed at Whole Foods before hosting girls’ night (I can’t seem to find the brand name). A couple of my friends follow dairy free and vegan diets, so I’m always on the lookout for fun options that satisfy our requirements. As the night went on, we all fell in love with the dip—it’s creamy, rich yet fresh, and satisfying. It’s irresistible.
So, I combined my Best Tahini Sauce (truly the best) with the herbs from my Easy Green Goddess Dressing, and here you have it. You can make this recipe with any combination of cilantro, parsley, basil, dill and/or mint. Add a small handful of fresh tarragon if you can find it for that characteristic green goddess flavor. This dip (or sauce) is lovely in any season and at any holiday. I hope you fall in love with it!
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For a special Christmas salsa presentation, try it as shown here, with whipped goat cheese as a creamy base and the salsa arranged in a wreath-like shape on top. This variation goes well with sturdy crostini or crisp toasted pita. The whipped goat cheese component is included in the recipe below, and it’s so easy to whip up.
This year, I’m bringing pomegranate salsa to my friends’ annual Christmas party! Lighter and brighter options are always welcome amongst heavy and sweet holiday fare. Let’s start the pomegranate salsa trend together.
Here in the U.S., pomegranates are typically available from the end of September through January. I hope you have the chance to make this recipe while we can.
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Don’t let the simplicity of our Whipped Goat Cheese fool you into thinking it’s less than spectacular. Whipping goat cheese and cream together creates a velvety, smooth, and tangy spread that pairs incredibly well with hot honey, everything seasoning, bacon crumbles, and sliced green onion. It takes only 10 minutes to put together, and you’ll watch it disappear just as fast as guests spoon it onto crostini and dive back in for more. Serve this…
Don’t let the simplicity of our Whipped Goat Cheese fool you into thinking it’s less than spectacular. Whipping goat cheese and cream together creates a velvety, smooth, and tangy spread that pairs incredibly well with hot honey, everything seasoning, bacon crumbles, and sliced green onion. It takes only 10 minutes to put together, and you’ll watch it disappear just as fast as guests spoon it onto crostini and dive back in for more.
Serve this on a plate as an appetizer, or use the whipped goat cheese on salads, spread on sandwiches, topped on grilled meat, or spooned onto pizza.
How to Make Whipped Goat Cheese
Ingredients
Process
Place the goat cheese and cream (if using) into a food processor and blend it until smooth.
Transfer the whipped goat cheese to a plate with a wide rim or a wide-mouthed bowl and spread it into an even layer.
Top the goat cheese with a drizzle of hot honey. Then top it with bacon, everything seasoning, and green onions. Serve with crostini.
Why We Love Whipped Goat Cheese
It’s incredibly simple. This whipped goat cheese is just two main ingredients (or one if you leave out the heavy cream), and a handful of toppings. It takes less than 10 minutes to whip together for a decadent last-minute appetizer.
It’s versatile. While we love serving this on a plate with crostini or crackers, you can use this whipped goat cheese to top bread, pizza, grilled vegetables, meat, eggs, and more. In addition to the many ways you can use it, you can also change up the toppings for a variety of flavors!
Easy to make ahead. If you’re in charge of an appetizer for your next party, a plate of whipped goat cheese can be prepared up to two days in advance. Just prep the goat cheese and get your toppings ready. Drizzle and sprinkle everything on top just before serving.
Purpose of Heavy Cream in Whipped Goat Cheese
Heavy cream is optional in our recipe, but we absolutely love what it does to it. Whipping a small amount of heavy cream into the goat cheese helps thin out the texture and creates a smoother, more luxurious dip. If you choose to skip the cream, your whipped goat cheese will still be smooth, but it will be much thicker with less of a “whipped” texture.
Variations
Once you have your base of goat cheese whipped and spread on a plate, the toppings you can add are truly endless. If you want to try something different than our suggested hot honey, everything seasoning, bacon, and green onions, try any of these additions or a combination for a whole new flavor!
Honey
Toasted chopped walnuts
Pistachios
Cinnamon
Roasted red peppers
Roasted garlic
Fresh herbs, including parsley, thyme, oregano, dill, basil, rosemary, or cilantro
Citrus zest from lemons, limes, or oranges
Fruit compote, including blueberry, strawberry, cherry, or raspberry