Baked Goat Cheese and Roasted Beet Dip

Goat cheese and beets not only make a great side or salad, they also make a tasty dip! Serve with crostini, pita chips or crackers. Beets will stain, so wear gloves if desired.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 169 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ⅛ teaspoon pepper
• 1 (8 ounce) package goat cheese, softened
• 1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
• ¾ pound beets - trimmed, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon coarsely crushed pine nuts

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil.

Step 2

Place beets into a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and place in the roasting pan.

Step 3

Roast in the preheated oven until soft for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from oven and fold foil over beets to keep warm. Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 4

Combine goat cheese, cream cheese, thyme, garlic, and lemon juice in a mini food processor; blend until smooth. Transfer mixture to a small oven-proof dish.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until hot and lightly browned, 15 to 17 minutes. Create a well in the center of the cheese mixture and top with beets. Garnish with pine nuts and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve warm.