Goat Cheese and Tomato Bake
A simple, flavorful dish featuring roasted tomatoes and creamy goat cheese, drizzled with olive oil and herbs. Perfect as a warm appetizer, side dish, or light meal with crusty bread.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 200 g 7 oz cherry or grape tomatoes
- 100 g 3.5 oz soft goat cheese (chèvre)
- 1 –2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tsp honey optional
- 1 tbsp fresh basil or thyme chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Toasted baguette slices or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatoes: In a baking dish, mix tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Roast for 10–15 minutes, until tomatoes soften and blister.
- Add goat cheese: Remove from oven, crumble or spoon goat cheese over the tomatoes.
- Drizzle honey and sprinkle herbs on top.
- Bake again for 5–7 minutes, until cheese is soft and slightly golden.
- Serve warm with toasted bread and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Add a splash of balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
For a heartier dish, mix in roasted peppers or olives.
You can also serve it cold as a salad by skipping the baking step and using fresh tomatoes.
Best enjoyed immediately while warm and creamy.