Name: Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Log Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: PT-490150H40M6S
Total time: PT-490150H40M6S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz goat cheese, softened; ½ cup roasted beets, finely grated; 1 tablespoon honey; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped; ¼ cup pistachios, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting beets); Beets for roasting (amount not specified, approx. 2 medium beets to yield ½ cup grated)

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Introduction

This Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Log is a stunning and flavorful appetizer perfect for entertaining or a special snack. Combining earthy roasted beets with creamy goat cheese, it’s coated in fresh parsley and crunchy pistachios for a beautiful and tasty presentation.

A rolled beet dish is shown on a wooden board with two layers: a vibrant deep pink outer beet layer with a smooth texture, and an inner white creamy layer mixed with green pistachio pieces and some herbs. The top of the roll is covered with a generous amount of whole and chopped pistachios along with chopped green herbs. There are scattered pistachios, small greens, and round crackers around the board. In the background, sliced beet rounds are visible on a white marbled surface, adding more deep pink and purple tones to the scene. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 oz goat cheese, softened
½ cup roasted beets, finely grated

1 tablespoon honey
¼ teaspoon black pepper

¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

¼ cup pistachios, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting beets)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the beets thoroughly, trim the tops and roots, then drizzle with olive oil and wrap each beet tightly in foil. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let cool, peel the skin, then finely grate the beets and set aside.

Step 2: In a medium bowl, mix the softened goat cheese with the grated beets. Add the honey, black pepper, and garlic powder, stirring until smooth and evenly combined, with a vibrant pink color.
Step 3: Lay plastic wrap on a flat surface and spoon the goat cheese mixture onto the center. Shape into a 6-inch log using your hands or a spatula. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Step 4: On a shallow plate, combine chopped parsley and pistachios. Unwrap the chilled cheese log and roll it gently in the parsley-pistachio mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the coating evenly.

Step 5: Transfer the coated log to a serving platter. Slice into rounds or serve whole with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables like cucumber rounds, carrot sticks, and celery. Enjoy with a glass of white wine or sparkling rosé!

Tips & Variations

Use roasted golden beets for a sweeter, milder flavor and a bright yellow color.
Swap pistachios for chopped walnuts or pecans for a different crunch and taste.

Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cheese mixture for a fresh citrus kick.
Serve the cheese log as a spread by making smaller mini logs or individual rounds.

Storage

Store the coated cheese log wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Leftover slices can be kept in an airtight container and enjoyed within 2 days.

How to Serve

The image shows a beetroot roll with three visible layers placed on a wooden cutting board against a white marbled surface. The outer layer is a deep magenta color, smooth and glossy, made from sliced beetroot tightly wrapped around the other layers. The middle layer is creamy white, soft in texture, and contains small pieces of chopped nuts and herbs inside. The center has finely chopped green pistachios and herbs, which add texture and contrast. The top of the beetroot roll is covered with whole pistachios and fresh green herb leaves. Several slices of the beetroot roll reveal the colorful layers and are scattered along with some crackers and beetroot slices. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh beets instead of roasted beets?

Roasting beets brings out their natural sweetness and softens their texture, which works best for this recipe. Fresh raw beets are too firm and have a sharper taste, so roasting is recommended.

How long can I prepare this appetizer in advance?

You can prepare the beet and goat cheese mixture and assemble the log up to a day ahead. Keep it tightly wrapped and refrigerated until ready to serve for maximum freshness.