Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon

Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon

Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon are the perfect healthy appetizer! This sweet, savory & creamy combination will tickle your taste buds and leave you craving more. Only 3 ingredients needed for this delectable appetizer!

There’s no question that dairy doesn’t work for everyone. Some people are allergic to or intolerant of the proteins in dairy, while others are highly sensitive to lactose, the sugar in dairy.

That said, goat’s milk has less lactose than cow’s milk which may make goat’s milk easier to digest for people with lactose intolerance.

In addition, goat’s milk is naturally homogenized, meaning the fat globules are small and remain suspended in the milk rather than separating out. This makes the milk easier for humans to digest.

So, if you tolerate goat dairy well and are looking for a crowd pleasing healthy appetizer to serve at your next dinner party, you’ve got to make these! The combination of sweet, savory and creamy makes this a food experience you’ll want to recreate again and again.

These stuffed dates also taste great reheated, so you can store leftovers in the fridge and reheat for later.

Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon

What you need for Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon:

  • Dates
  • Soft goat cheese
  • Bacon

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Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon

Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon

Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon are the perfect healthy appetizer! This sweet, savory & creamy combination will tickle your taste buds and leave you craving more. Only 3 ingredients needed for this delectable appetizer!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Paleo
Servings: 32

Ingredients
 

  • 32 dates, pitted
  • 1 pack soft goat cheese
  • 8 slices bacon, thin slices are best

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Slice bacon strips lengthwise then slice them in half. You’ll end up with a total of 32 smaller strips.
  • Using a small spoon (espresso size), stuff goat cheese into dates.
  • Wrap each date with a bacon strip and place on baking sheet. If bacon strips are thin enough the wrap should hold when placed on the baking sheet. If not, insert a toothpick to hold the bacon in place.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool before popping these babies!
Keyword bacon, dates, gluten free, goat cheese, grain free, soy free
Guacamole (AIP, Plant-Based, Keto)

Guacamole (AIP, Plant-Based, Keto)

This delicious Guacamole recipe is quick and easy to make, naturally plant-based, keto & paleo, and always the winning dip at a party! Additionally, this healthy green mash can be used to top salads, burgers and even eggs!

DID YOU KNOW? One avocado contains between 11–17 grams of fiber, which is more than almost any other fruit and most servings of vegetables, grains and beans too!

High-fiber foods are important if you experience digestive issue since fiber helps to increase healthy bacteria in your gut while decreasing bad bacteria that may be the cause of digestive disorders.

In addition, fiber adds bulk to your poop, supports regular bowl movements, and helps remove waste and toxins from your body.

Enjoy this guacamole with/on:

Avocados for guacamole

What you need for Guacamole:

  • Ripe avocados
  • Red onion
  • Garlic
  • Lime
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Cumin (omit for AIP version)
  • Sea salt & black pepper

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Guacamole

This delicious Guacamole recipe is quick and easy to make, naturally plant-based, keto & paleo, and always the winning dip at a party! Additionally, this healthy green mash can be used to top salads, burgers and even eggs! 
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Course: Dip
Cuisine: AIP, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo, Plant-Based
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

  • 3 large ripe avocados
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp. cumin, omit for AIP version
  • 1/2 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Peel and mash avocados in a bowl.
  • Add in onion, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, sea salt and black pepper.
  • Mix all ingredients and enjoy!  Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge. Consume within 2 days.

Notes

TIME SAVER: If you have a food processor, throw all ingredients in and pulse until everything is chopped and mixed to your liking.
Keyword avocado, cilantro, dairy free, gluten free, grain free, lime, soy free, vegan
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus (Keto, AIP, Paleo)

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus (Keto, AIP, Paleo)

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus is the perfect appetizer for your next dinner party or date night dinner. The fresh flavours of asparagus wrapped in thinly sliced, lightly salted prosciutto is a mouthwatering pair. It’s easy to prepare, with only 2 simple ingredients required!

If you want to take this appetizer a step further, pair with a sparkling white wine. It’s a match made in appetizer heaven!

What you need for Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

Asparagus
Prosciutto

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proscuitto wrapped asparagus

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus is the perfect appetizer for your next dinner party. The fresh flavours of asparagus wrapped in thinly sliced, lightly salted prosciutto is a mouthwatering pair.
If you want to take this appetizer a step further - pair with a sparkling white wine. It's a match made in appetizer heaven!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: AIP, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

  • 1 bunch of asparagus
  • 10-15 prosciutto slices, thinly sliced

Instructions
 

  • Cut off ends/bottoms of asparagus then cut the stalks into three even lengths.
  • Steam or boil until stalks are firm but tender.
  • Drain and let cool (you can store the asparagus in the fridge until you are ready to prepare and serve)
  • Tightly wrap 3-4 pieces of asparagus in a prosciutto slice. Keep on wrapping until you run out of asparagus or prosciutto.
Keyword asparagus, dairy free, gluten free, grain free, prosciutto

 

Antipasto Board (Gluten & Grain Free)

Antipasto Board (Gluten & Grain Free)

I love preparing antipasto boards! They are fun and easy to put together–and the list of healthy whole foods that can be added to the board is endless!

This antipasto board has a variety of different flavours and textures–from sweet and salty to soft and crunchy. There’s something for everyone.

So, whether you’re looking for a delicious and healthy appetizer board for your next dinner party or just need some snacks to accompany a glass of wine – this antipasto board will not disappoint.

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Antipasto Board

What you need for this Antipasto Board 

Prosciutto
Cured sausage
Cherry tomatoes
Asiago cheese
Goat cheese
Dry-roasted mixed nuts
Olives (green and kalamata)
Grapes
Bosc pear
Fennel
Tangerines

INSTRUCTIONS:

Grab a glass of wine and let your inner artist have fun with laying out these foods on a wood board or large platter. Don’t forget to brag about your food art when company arrives 😉