Vegetable and Goat Cheese Pinwheels
Category: Appetizers
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 40 minutes
Chill Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sandwich bread (long) | 150g |
| Goat cheese | 250g |
| Asparagus | 240g |
| Yellow bell pepper | 1 |
| Red bell pepper | 1 |
| Fresh basil | 10 leaves |
| Sea salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
| Extra virgin olive oil | To taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bell Peppers:
- Start by prepping the yellow bell pepper. Remove the stem and seeds, then grill it on a hot grill, turning it halfway through cooking. It should take about 5 minutes until itβs lightly charred but still crisp.
- Once grilled, transfer the pepper to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Repeat this process for the red bell pepper, cutting it in half before grilling it in the same way. Place it in a separate bowl and cover.
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Grill the Asparagus:
- Wash the asparagus and trim off the tough ends of the stems. Grill the asparagus for about 5 minutes, ensuring it remains tender yet slightly crisp.
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Make the Goat Cheese Cream:
- In a bowl, combine the goat cheese with the chopped basil leaves, a drizzle of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well using a spatula until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Prepare the Bell Peppers:
- Once the grilled peppers have cooled slightly, slice them into thin strips. Season the strips with a pinch of salt, a dash of olive oil, and a grind of black pepper.
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Assemble the Pinwheels:
- Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on your work surface. Place a slice of sandwich bread on top and use a rolling pin to gently flatten it, both vertically and horizontally.
- Spread a generous layer of the goat cheese cream evenly over the bread, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
- Layer the grilled bell peppers and asparagus on top, leaving the edge of the bread free to seal the roll.
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Roll and Chill:
- Carefully roll up the bread tightly, securing the filling inside. Wrap the roll in plastic wrap, twisting the ends like a candy wrapper to seal it.
- Place the wrapped roll in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to firm up and set.
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Slice and Serve:
- After the chilling time, remove the plastic wrap and slice the roll into 10 bite-sized pinwheels.
- Arrange the pinwheels on a serving platter and enjoy your delightful vegetable and goat cheese appetizers!
These Vegetable and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are a colorful and fresh appetizer perfect for any gathering. They are easy to prepare and make for an elegant snack that bursts with flavor. The combination of creamy goat cheese, charred peppers, and grilled asparagus offers a satisfying blend of textures and tastes.
