Goat Cheese Toasts with Walnuts, Honey & Thyme

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Goat Cheese Toasts with Walnuts, Honey & Thyme
45 min.
4
210kcal

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Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with our Goat Cheese Toasts with Walnuts, Honey & Thyme. This vegetarian treat is not only sophisticated but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for a casual brunch or a quick yet elegant appetizer for your guests. Each bite features the creamy richness of fresh goat cheese paired with the crunchy texture of toasted walnuts, creating a blissful contrast that will tantalize your taste buds.

The drizzling of honey adds a touch of sweetness that balances the savory notes of the cheese and nuts, while a sprinkle of fresh thyme infuses the dish with a fragrant herbal essence. With just 45 minutes of prep and cook time, this recipe is a wonderful way to elevate your snack game or impress loved ones during a gathering.

You'll not only enjoy the delicious flavors but also appreciate the nutritious aspects of whole-grain bread, healthy fats from walnuts, and the benefits of fresh herbs. With only 210 calories per serving, you can savor these toasts guilt-free! So, gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and treat yourself to a gourmet experience that’s sure to please both your palate and your guests. Enjoy the perfect blend of gourmet and homey in every crunchy, cheesy bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 tsp thyme leaves fresh
  • 90 goat cheese fresh at room temperature
  • servings honey for drizzling
  • slices whole-grain bread lightly toasted
  • servings sea salt and freshly cracked pepper black
  • tsp roasted walnut oil 
  • 0.3 cup walnuts coarsely chopped (1 oz/30 g)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • toaster

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the toasts on a small rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Spread the toast slices evenly with the goat1 cheese, and sprinkle with the walnuts, dividing them evenly.
  3. Drizzle 1/4 tspof the walnut oil over each toast.
  4. Bake until the walnuts are toasted and the cheese is warm, about 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the toasts to plates and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Drizzle each toast with honey, then sprinkle with the thyme leaves and serve.
  7. Reprinted with permission from Kitchen Garden Cookbook by Jeanne Kelley, © 2013 Weldon Owen

Nutrition Facts

Calories210kcal
Protein16.27%
Fat48.66%
Carbs35.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.74
Glycemic Load
10.35
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.0495652543462%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:209.67kcal
10.48%
Fat:11.63g
17.89%
Saturated Fat:4.04g
25.22%
Carbohydrates:18.86g
6.29%
Net Carbohydrates:16.66g
6.06%
Sugar:7.37g
8.19%
Cholesterol:10.35mg
3.45%
Sodium:403.03mg
17.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.75g
17.5%
Manganese:0.88mg
43.89%
Copper:0.35mg
17.37%
Phosphorus:142.65mg
14.26%
Selenium:8.27µg
11.81%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.01%
Magnesium:37.02mg
9.25%
Fiber:2.2g
8.79%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.59%
Calcium:85.25mg
8.53%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.9%
Iron:1.41mg
7.81%
Vitamin B3:1.43mg
7.15%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.29%
Folate:21.81µg
5.45%
Vitamin A:239.48IU
4.79%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.92%
Potassium:112.39mg
3.21%
Vitamin K:2.96µg
2.81%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.65%
Source:Epicurious