This olive Boursin spread is creamy, delicate, and indulgent, and you’ll see this gourmet cheese appetizer disappear quickly. If you have any fresh oregano, it’s a nice garnish. I typically serve as an appetizer, but this also makes an unforgettable grilled cheese sandwich.
Prep Time::15 mins
Total Time::15 mins
Servings::6
Ingredients
2 tablespoons pitted Kalamata olives, drained and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons pimento-stuffed green olives, drained and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and roughly chopped
1 (5.2 ounce) package garlic & fine herbs Gournay cheese (such as Boursin®), softened
1/2 fresh lemon, zested and juiced
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cucumber, sliced 1/4-inch thick
crackers, any kind
fresh oregano leaves (optional)
Directions
Combine Kalamata olives, green olives, and sun-dried tomatoes in a small bowl.
Add Boursin, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, and pepper to a bowl, and stir until well combined. Gently mix in the olive mixture.
Place a cucumber slice on a cracker, top with a dollop of spread, garnish with an oregano leaf, and serve.
Leftover spread may be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.