Fresh Goat Cheese Appetizers
Fresh Goat Cheese Appetizers are light, elegant bites typically featuring creamy, tangy goat cheese (chèvre) served on crackers, crostini, or with fruits and nuts. This style of preparation is common in French and Mediterranean cuisine, where fresh, high-quality ingredients are highlighted.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These appetizers are generally low in carbohydrates but can be moderate in fat (especially saturated fat from the cheese) and provide a good source of protein and calcium. A typical serving (e.g., one ounce of cheese with a cracker) might range from 100 to 150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 3 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 µg RAE |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2 µg |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Selenium | 3 µg |
Per 2 pieces (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Fresh goat cheese is often easier to digest than cow's milk cheese for some people due to its different protein structure and smaller fat globules. Culturally, it's a staple in French 'apéritif' culture, where small, flavorful bites are enjoyed with wine before a meal.
