Best Griddled Baby Gems With Balsamic Goats Cheese Recipes

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BALSAMIC-GOAT CHEESE GRILLED PLUMS



Balsamic-Goat Cheese Grilled Plums image

Make a bold statement with this simple yet elegant treat. Ripe plums are grilled and then dressed with a balsamic reduction and tangy goat cheese. -Ariana Abelow, Holliston, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
4 medium firm plums, halved and pitted
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • For glaze, in a small saucepan, combine vinegar and lemon zest; bring to a boil. Cook 10-12 minutes or until mixture is thickened and reduced to about 1/3 cup (do not overcook)., Grill plums, covered, over medium heat 2-3 minutes on each side or until tender. Drizzle with glaze; top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BALSAMIC MARINADE FOR GOAT CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 8 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, cut into 1 inch thick rounds
1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely diced yellow bell pepper

Steps:

  • Mix vinegar, lemon juice, orange juice, lemon peel, orange peel, garlic, basil and oregano in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour mixture into glass baking dish. Add goat cheese; turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 2 days, turning occasionally.
  • Transfer goat cheese to platter. Spoon marinade over. Sprinkle with bell peppers.

BALSAMIC-ROASTED PUMPKIN WITH GOAT CHEESE



Balsamic-Roasted Pumpkin with Goat Cheese image

I had an overabundance of pumpkin grow in my garden this year, and wanted to try something different from the usual sweet pumpkin recipes--this was the end result. It's a great side dish to any protein, or even a great addition to a salad. Make sure to be very careful when cutting your pumpkin--use a sharp knife, and keep the pumpkin from rolling around when slicing.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash     Winter Squash     Pumpkin

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (3 pound) sugar pumpkin
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
2 ounces crumbled goat cheese, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place pumpkin onto a secure cutting board. Cut the top and bottom off the pumpkin, removing as much of the stem as possible. Use a sharp vegetable peeler or a paring knife to remove the pumpkin peel. Cut pumpkin in half, and use a spoon to scoop out seeds and strings. Trim away any pieces of stem that may remain. Cut each pumpkin half into 1/2-inch strips. Chop each strip into 1/2-inch cubes. Place cubed pumpkin into a large bowl.
  • Mix balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Pour over pumpkin pieces and toss to thoroughly coat. Pour pumpkin into an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Stir gently, then continue baking until pumpkin is softened and slightly caramelized, 25 to 30 minutes more, stirring again if needed. Serve pumpkin warm, topped with goat cheese and fresh oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 321.9 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

BALSAMIC HERBED MARINADE FOR GOAT CHEESE



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This is a great appetizer on crisp French bread, tossed on a salad or topped on cooked steak or hamburger!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 8 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, diced
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, cut into 1 inch thick rounds
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato, sliced thinly
1/4 cup chopped black olives

Steps:

  • Mix vinegar, lemon juice, orange juice, lemon peel, garlic, basil, rosemary, and oregano in medium bowl.
  • Gradually whisk in oil.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Pour mixture into glass baking dish or a pickling jar.
  • Add goat cheese; turn to coat.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 2 days, turning occasionally.
  • Transfer goat cheese to platter.
  • Spoon marinade over.
  • Top with sun dried tomatoes and or black olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.9, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 13.1, Sodium 175.2, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 5.8

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