Lupin Free Endive Cups with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
These elegant little bites prove that an impressive appetizer doesn't need to be complicated. Belgian endive leaves do the heavy lifting as natural, crisp cups that hold a creamy whipped goat cheese base brightened with lemon juice and olive oil. Thin apple slices add a juicy sweetness that plays beautifully against the slight bitterness of the endive, while roughly chopped dry-roasted walnuts bring crunch and a toasty, nutty depth. A drizzle of raw honey ties everything together with just enough floral sweetness, and a scatter of fresh thyme lifts the whole platter with an herby finish. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from lupin — no flour blends, no legume-based fillers, nothing hidden — so you can serve these with total confidence. They come together quickly, look stunning on a platter, and disappear even faster at a party.
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4 servings
- 2 heads belgian endive (about 10–12 oz total)
- 4 oz fresh goat cheese, at room temperature
For the filling
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For the topping
- ½ cup dry-roasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 small apple, cored and thinly sliced
- 2 tsp raw honey
- 1–2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the base of each endive head and separate the leaves, selecting the 12 largest, most cup-shaped leaves. Rinse and pat dry, then arrange them in a single layer on a serving platter.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the goat cheese, 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and spreadable.
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