Easy Mediterranean Cheese Log (Make-Ahead Appetiser)
This easy Mediterranean cheese log is a creamy, flavor-packed make-ahead appetizer loaded with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, pistachios, and fresh herbs. Finished with a drizzle of honey, it’s perfect for entertaining or holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 300 g Boursin cheese or soft goat cheese
- 35 g sun-dried tomato, finely chopped
- 20 g red onion, chopped
- 15 g pistachios, chopped
- 20 g black olives, chopped
- 15 g capers, chopped
- 2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
- Honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Place a sheet of plastic wrap on a work surface and transfer the cheese to the center. Wrap and shape it into a log, then refrigerate for 30–40 minutes or freeze for 10 minutes until firm.
- In a small bowl, combine the sun-dried tomato, red onion, pistachios, olives, capers, and parsley.
- Spread the mixture evenly over a clean chopping board or plate.
- Unwrap the chilled cheese log and gently roll it in the mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres evenly, including the ends.
- Reshape the log if needed and drizzle generously with honey or hot honey before serving.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Serve with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables.
- Hot honey adds a sweet and spicy finish.
- The cheese log can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated.
- Swap pistachios with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
