It’s a spread! It’s a dip! It’s your new go-to savory appetizer or snack, and your new favorite addition to sandwiches, wraps, on crostini, and more.
This creamy herbed goat cheese spread is ready in 5 minutes and wow, it might be my new favorite way to use up fresh herbs I have in the fridge. I created this beautiful spread to pair with a springy appetizer I have coming to the blog this week, but found myself making double batches to dip vegetables and crackers, and even spread on toasty sourdough bread.
Trust me when I say you’ll want to add this to EVERYTHING. It’s flavorful, versatile, and can even be mixed right in one bowl for a quick snack to feed guests this season.
Ingredients in this herbed goat cheese spread
This savory spread essentially uses 6 main ingredients and is the perfect mix of tangy, herby, and salty. Here’s what you’ll need to make it:
- Goat cheese: the base of this dip/spread is creamy, tangy goat cheese! It pairs so well with all of the herbs.
- Fresh herbs: we’re using a mix of dill, parsley, and chives for that fresh flavor.
- Garlic: a clove of garlic adds extra savory flavor.
- Lemon: you’ll need both lemon zest and a bit of lemon juice for brightness.
- Seasonings: finish it off with a little salt and pepper.
Make this herby goat cheese dip your own
Even though the dip is made with simple ingredients, you can still customize them a few different ways:
- Choose your base: feel free to try cream cheese or feta cheese! If you use feta you may need to add a tiny bit of olive oil because it’s not as creamy as goat cheese.
- Pick your herbs: you can really use any mix of herbs that you like! Not a fan of parsley? Try cilantro! Out of dill? add more parsley and chives. So easy.
Can I make it dairy free?
I haven’t tested a dairy-free version of this goat cheese spread recipe, but I’d suggest giving it a try with your favorite dairy-free cream cheese!
How to make creamy herbed goat cheese spread
- In your food processor: crumble the goat cheese and add it to the bowl of your food processor, followed by the herbs, garlic, lemon zest & juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl: simply mix all of the ingredients well in a bowl until they’re well combined. So easy!
Delicious ways to use this herbed goat cheese spread
- As a dip for freshly cut vegetables, crackers, pretzels, or pita chips
- Spread onto toasted bread or bagels
- As the perfect spread for sandwiches, wraps, or even burgers
- As the base for protein bowls like this one
Storing tips
Store any leftover herbed goat cheese spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
More appetizers you’ll love
- Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Feta Dip
- High Protein Cottage Cheese Giardiniera Dip
- Smoked Salmon Crostini
- Parmesan Tomato Zucchini Tart
- Garlic & Herb Whipped Cottage Cheese Dip
Get all of my appetizer recipes here!
I hope you love this herbed goat cheese spread! If you make it be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know how you liked it. Enjoy, xo!
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Easy Herbed Goat Cheese Spread
Ingredients
- 8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh dill
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 1 garlic clove, roughly chopped
- Zest from 1 small lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In the bowl of the food processor, add the goat cheese (break into crumbles), then add the dill, parsley, garlic, lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper. Process until smooth. If you’d like, you can also mix the ingredients together in a medium bowl with a fork or spoon until well combined.
Recipe Notes
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Recipe by: Monique Volz // Ambitious Kitchen | Photography by: Eat Love Eats
Too much lemon. Maybe leave out the TBS of lemon juice because zest is always so nice? I also added EVOO to make it more dippable.
Feel free to adjust the lemon to your liking!