Best 4 Crudites With Lemon Pesto Goat Cheese Dip Recipes

**Indulge in a Delightful Symphony of Flavors with Crudités, Lemon Pesto Goat Cheese Dip, and More**

Embark on a culinary journey with a vibrant platter of crudités, masterfully paired with a luscious lemon pesto goat cheese dip that tantalizes your taste buds. This symphony of flavors is further complemented by an array of delectable recipes featured in the article, including a refreshing lemon vinaigrette dressing, an herby chimichurri sauce, and an irresistibly creamy roasted red pepper hummus. Prepare to elevate your crudités experience with these culinary masterpieces that promise an explosion of flavors in every bite.

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CRUDITES WITH LEMON-PESTO GOAT CHEESE DIP

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Make and share this Crudites With Lemon-Pesto Goat Cheese Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

assorted fresh vegetable (such as cauliflower and broccoli florets, carrot and celery sticks, bell pepper strips, and jicama s)
10 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, room temperature
2/3 cup sour cream
1/4 cup purchased pesto sauce, plus
2 tablespoons purchased pesto sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Steps:

Arrange vegetables on platter; cover and chill. Blend cheese, sour cream, 1/4 cup pesto, lemon juice, and lemon peel in processor until smooth.
Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
Top dip with dollops of remaining 2 tablespoons pesto.
Sprinkle dip with toasted pine nuts. Serve dip alongside platter of assorted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 49.5, Sodium 281.4, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.1, Protein 14.9

CRUDITéS WITH LEMON-PESTO GOAT CHEESE DIP

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Provided by Meredith Deeds

Categories Condiment/Spread Vegetable Appetizer No-Cook Vegetarian Quick & Easy New Year's Eve Goat Cheese Lemon Basil Pine Nut Sour Cream Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

Assorted vegetables (such as cauliflower and broccoli florets, carrot and celery sticks, bell pepper strips, and jicama sticks)
10 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, room temperature
2/3 cup sour cream
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons purchased pesto
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Steps:

Arrange vegetables on platter; cover and chill. Blend cheese, sour cream, 1/4 cup pesto, lemon juice, and lemon peel in processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
Top dip with dollops of remaining 2 tablespoons pesto. Sprinkle dip with toasted pine nuts. Serve dip alongside platter of assorted vegetables.

CRUDITES WITH GOAT CHEESE DIP

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This goat cheese is almost light as air, thanks to the food processor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 ounces goat cheese (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 endive, leaves separated
1 bunch radishes, halved if large

Steps:

Blend goat cheese, ricotta, vinegar, salt, a pinch of pepper, the sugar, and oil in a food processor or blender until smooth. Transfer dip to a serving bowl; season with pepper. Serve with endive and radishes.

GOAT CHEESE DIP WITH "PRIMARY" CRUDITES

Goat Cheese Dip with

Categories Cheese Vegetable Super Bowl Summer Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

5 1/2 ounces soft mild goat cheese (such as Montrachet)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped radishes
2 tablespoons chopped green onion tops
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
1 15-ounce can baby corn, drained
1 radish bunch, tops left on
French bread baguette slices
Additional chopped radishes
Additional chopped green onion tops

Steps:

Blend cheese, oil and generous amount of pepper in processor until smooth. Add 3 tablespoons chopped radishes and 2 tablespoons chopped green onion tops and just blend in. Transfer to bowl. Blanch green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender. Drain. Rinse with cold water. Drain well and pat dry. (Dip and beans can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.)
Place dip in center of platter. Surround with green beans, corn, whole radishes and bread. Sprinkle dip with additional chopped radishes and onions.

Tips:

Choose fresh, crisp vegetables for the crudités. Vegetables like carrots, celery, bell peppers, and cucumbers work well.
Cut the vegetables into uniform sizes and shapes for a more visually appealing presentation.
Chill the vegetables before serving to keep them crisp and refreshing.
For the lemon pesto goat cheese dip, use a good quality olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice. You can also adjust the amount of garlic and herbs to your taste.
Make the dip ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld. You can store the dip in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Serve the crudités with the lemon pesto goat cheese dip as an appetizer or snack.

Conclusion:

Crudités with Lemon Pesto Goat Cheese Dip is a delicious and healthy appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. The fresh, crisp vegetables are paired perfectly with the creamy, tangy dip. This dish is sure to please everyone at your next party or gathering.