Goat Cheese in Grape Leaves with Tomato and Olive Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Goat Cheese in Grape Leaves with Tomato and Olive Salad
45 min.
12
143kcal

Suggestions

Elevate your next gathering with this exquisite Goat Cheese in Grape Leaves with Tomato and Olive Salad, a dish that effortlessly combines simplicity and sophistication. Perfect for vegetarians and gluten-free diets, this recipe is a delightful blend of creamy goat cheese, aromatic thyme, and the smoky char of grilled grape leaves. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of flavors, complemented by a vibrant tomato and olive salad dressed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

This dish is not only a feast for the palate but also a visual masterpiece. Golden-brown grape leaves encase velvety goat cheese, while the deep reds of the tomatoes and the rich hues of the olives create a stunning presentation. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal side dish for 12, making it perfect for entertaining or a special family meal. With only 143 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on taste.

The preparation is straightforward yet rewarding. Fresh ingredients like thyme and oil-cured olives infuse every element with Mediterranean flair, while the grilling process adds a touch of smokiness that enhances the dish’s complexity. Whether served as an appetizer or a light main course, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for more.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • teaspoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • 12 ounce goat cheese fresh soft
  • 12 large grape leaves dry stemmed rinsed
  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 cup olives black pitted coarsely chopped ( 30)
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • large tomatoes thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Whisk 1/2 cup oil, thyme, and black pepper in small bowl to blend. Arrange grape leaves, vein side up, on work surface. Dip each cheese round into thyme oil and place in center of 1 grape leaf. Fold sides of leaves over cheese; fold up bottom and continue to roll up, enclosing cheese completely. Arrange wrapped cheeses, seam side down, on platter.
  2. Brush lightly with some thyme oil. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. (Can be made 1 day ahead; keep chilled. Cover remaining thyme oil and store at room temperature.)
  3. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  4. Whisk 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, vinegar, and mustard in small bowl to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Slightly overlap tomato slices on large platter.
  5. Drizzle with dressing; sprinkle with half of olives.
  6. Place wrapped cheese rounds on grill, seam side down. Grill until cheese softens and leaves begin to char, about 2 minutes per side. Arrange cheeses atop tomatoes.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining olives.
  8. Brush bread slices with remaining thyme oil. Grill bread until beginning to brown, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  9. Cut toasts diagonally in half.
  10. Serve cheese, passing toasts separately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein17.27%
Fat69.3%
Carbs13.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.42
Glycemic Load
1.21
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.0026086309682%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.62mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:143.07kcal
7.15%
Fat:11.34g
17.44%
Saturated Fat:4.87g
30.45%
Carbohydrates:4.94g
1.65%
Net Carbohydrates:3.24g
1.18%
Sugar:3.27g
3.63%
Cholesterol:13.04mg
4.35%
Sodium:177.6mg
7.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.36g
12.71%
Vitamin A:1924.2IU
38.48%
Vitamin C:13.87mg
16.81%
Copper:0.28mg
14.24%
Vitamin K:13.94µg
13.27%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.61%
Phosphorus:99.61mg
9.96%
Vitamin E:1.4mg
9.32%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.22%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8%
Potassium:242.78mg
6.94%
Fiber:1.71g
6.83%
Calcium:66.17mg
6.62%
Iron:1.07mg
5.93%
Folate:20.03µg
5.01%
Magnesium:19.81mg
4.95%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.84%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.8%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.05%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.89%
Selenium:1.14µg
1.63%
Source:Epicurious