Simple Herb Marinated Cheese Appetizer
Make this easy, flavor-infused cheese appetizer using simple ingredients. It is perfect for parties, wine nights, or as a cheese board filler.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 4 hr 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 ounce) block sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 (8 ounce) block Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Place the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese cubes into a medium, airtight container.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, oregano, basil, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. This creates your herb marinade.
- Pour the marinade mixture evenly over the cheese cubes in the container.
- Gently toss the cheese to coat all the pieces thoroughly with the herbs and oil.
- Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheese to absorb the flavor.
- When ready to serve, let the cheese sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving with crackers or bread.
Notes
- You can substitute the cheddar and Monterey Jack with Havarti or Colby cheese for a different texture.
- For an extra layer of flavor, add 2 cloves of minced fresh garlic to the marinade mixture.
- This is a great make ahead appetizer; it keeps well in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 18
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 16
- Cholesterol: 55