Fresh Summer Goat Cheese and Chive Dip
This delightful dip combines the creamy tang of goat cheese with the herbaceous flavor of fresh chives, creating a refreshing and vibrant accompaniment perfect for summer gatherings. The added crunch of cucumber and the sweetness of cherry tomatoes make every bite bright and satisfying. Serve this dip with an array of colorful crudités or your favorite crackers, and watch it become the star of your next picnic or patio party. Enjoy this easy and flavorful recipe that was born from kitchen improvisation, and share it with family and friends for a taste of summer freshness!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Goat cheese
4 tablespoons (softened)
Cream cheese with chives
3 tablespoons (softened)
Light sesame oil
1 teaspoon (none)
Fresh chives
1 tablespoon (snipped)
Cherry tomatoes
6 (chopped (seeds optional))
Cucumber
1/4 (deseeded and finely diced)
Fresh ground pepper
to taste (none)
Instructions
1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese and cream cheese with the light sesame oil until smooth and creamy.
2
Fold in the finely diced cucumber, snipped chives, and chopped cherry tomatoes. Mix gently but thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
3
If you've deseeded your tomatoes, you may find the mixture slightly thick. Add a splash of milk, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired creaminess.
4
Season the dip with freshly ground pepper according to your taste preferences.
5
Serve chilled or at room temperature, pairing with assorted crackers or a colorful array of fresh veggies.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Fresh Summer Goat Cheese and Chive Dip?
It is a refreshing and creamy dip that combines goat cheese, cream cheese, and fresh vegetables, perfect for summer gatherings.
Is this dip recipe vegetarian?
Yes, the Fresh Summer Goat Cheese and Chive Dip is categorized as a vegetarian appetizer.
How many ingredients are required?
There are 7 main ingredients: goat cheese, cream cheese with chives, light sesame oil, fresh chives, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and ground pepper.
How much goat cheese should I use?
The recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of softened goat cheese.
What kind of cream cheese is best for this recipe?
You should use 3 tablespoons of softened cream cheese with chives.
What type of sesame oil is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 1 teaspoon of light sesame oil.
How should I prepare the fresh chives?
The chives should be snipped, with 1 tablespoon used in the mixture.
How many cherry tomatoes do I need?
The recipe requires 6 cherry tomatoes, chopped.
Should I remove the seeds from the cherry tomatoes?
Removing the seeds is optional, though it may change the thickness of the dip.
How much cucumber is used in the dip?
You will need 1/4 of a cucumber, deseeded and finely diced.
What should I do if the dip is too thick?
You can add a splash of milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired creaminess.
How is the dip seasoned?
It is seasoned with freshly ground pepper according to your taste preferences.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Combine the goat cheese and cream cheese with the light sesame oil in a medium-sized bowl until smooth.
How do I incorporate the vegetables into the cheese?
Gently but thoroughly fold in the diced cucumber, snipped chives, and chopped tomatoes.
Should the dip be served cold?
The dip can be served either chilled or at room temperature.
What are the best items to serve with this dip?
It pairs well with assorted crackers or a colorful array of fresh vegetable crudités.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is described as an easy and flavorful recipe born from kitchen improvisation.
What is the texture of the dip?
It has a creamy base with a refreshing crunch from the added cucumber and tomatoes.
Can I use this dip for a picnic?
Absolutely, it is recommended as a star dish for picnics and patio parties.
What category does this recipe fall under?
It is primarily considered an appetizer, snack, and dip.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include dip, goat cheese, chives, summer recipe, vegetarian, appetizer, snack, crudités, fresh, and creamy.
How should the cheeses be prepared before mixing?
Both the goat cheese and the cream cheese should be softened for easier blending.
Does the recipe include nutritional information like calories or fat?
No, the provided data shows null values for calories, fat, carbohydrates, and other nutritional metrics.
What gives the dip its herbaceous flavor?
The herbaceous flavor comes from the fresh chives and the chive-infused cream cheese.
Is there any specific mixing bowl size recommended?
A medium-sized mixing bowl is suggested for combining the ingredients.
Can I substitute light sesame oil with something else?
The recipe calls for light sesame oil for its specific flavor, but you can improvise based on personal taste.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The serving size and count are not specified in the recipe data.
Does the cucumber need to be peeled?
The instructions specify it should be deseeded and finely diced, but peeling is left to preference.
What is the origin story of this recipe?
This recipe was born from kitchen improvisation to create a vibrant summer accompaniment.
What provides the sweetness in the dip?
The sweetness comes from the addition of chopped cherry tomatoes.