Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers

This post is sponsored by WHEAT THINS. The opinions and text are all mine

A delicious and easy appetizer! These Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers are garnished with fresh basil and balsamic vinegar reduction

Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers

 Can you believe we are approaching the holiday season?

I am so excited to get in the holiday spirit!

Decorations, baking, inviting immediate family over, singing songs, and having fun. 

This year we won’t be able to travel as we usually do. To compensate, I am turning my house into Chanukkah central. My kids have been convincing me to get a Hanukkah Bush… I honestly have no idea what it is, so we shall see.

Due to the Pandemic, we’re not having parties with friends, but we will see our close cousins, siblings, parents, etc.

These Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers are super easy to make, super delicious, and festive. The flavor and textures are perfectly balanced.

When I first made them, I kept thinking that something was missing in terms of flavor. It needed something to make it pop. The reduced balsamic vinegar was the answer. Only a drop on top makes the difference.

For the beets, you can roast them yourself (like I did) or you can buy them pre-roasted at the produce section in your local Publix. Gotta love convenience! 

Now let’s talk about the crackers. Not only are they a vessel for the beet and cheese, but they also play a very important role in the crunch and flavor of these morsels. 

For this recipe, I went with WHEAT THINS crackers. They are great on their own, or they can be combined with your favorite toppings for a simple yet tasty treat that the whole family can enjoy.

Right now, you can save $1 on WHEAT THINS crackers at Publix from 12/19/20 to 1/1/21. Click HERE for details.

I hope you can try these delicious Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers at home. If you do, please upload a pic on Instagram and tag me @Livingsweetmoments or use the hashtag #LivingSweet.

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Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

1 hr

Cooling Time

15 mins

Total Time

1 hr 30 mins

 

A delicious and easy appetizer! These Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers are garnished with fresh basil and balsamic vinegar reduction

Course: Appetizer

Keyword: beets, goat cheese, finger food

Servings: 8

Calories: 65 kcal

Author: Tiffany bendayan

Ingredients

For Roasted Beet

• 1 Beet
• 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
• Salt + Pepper, to taste

Assembly

• 16 WHEAT THINS crackers
• 4 oz Herbed Goat Cheese, softened
• 3 Basil leaves, chopped
• 2 teaspoons Reduced Balsamic Vinegar

Instructions

For Roasted Beet

1. Preheat Oven to 350 Degrees Fahrenheit

2. Season beet with salt, pepper and drizzle olive oil on top

3. Wrap beet in aluminum foil

4. Place in a sheet pan and roast for 45 to 60 minutes or until fork tender

5. Remove from oven and let them cool a bit inside their foil

6. Place beet in a food processor or or chop finely

7. Run the beet puree thru a colander to remove excess liquid

Assembly

1. Place a bit of the cooled beet puree in each cracker

2. Add a dollop of goat cheese and topped with basil and balsamic vinegar

3. Serve immediately

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 65 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Cholesterol 7mg2%

Sodium 90mg4%

Potassium 33mg1%

Carbohydrates 4g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 154IU3%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 24mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.