Grilled Brie with Herb Tomato Compote is a melty and delicious cheese accompanied by a herby tomato compote. The perfect simple and delicious appetizer idea for your next occasion.
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Grilling season is officially upon us! With so many plans shut-down over this past year or so, it is imperative that we find other ways to enjoy the outdoors. One of the easiest, and best ways to enjoy the outdoors is by simply firing up those barbeque grills!
What does grilled brie cheese taste like?
Brie cheese is a very creamy and smooth type of cheese. When it is warm, its super gooey and almost has a dip-like consistency. If consuming brie cold, it is still very creamy and soft. As far as taste is concerned, it is not too sharp or bitter. It has a very distinct tangy flavor though.
Once the brie is grilled, it takes on a delicious smoky flavor. Taking the extra step to grill it is most definitely worth it too!
Do I have to remove the rind before grilling?
No! Leave the rind on as it helps keep the cheese locked in once it begins to melt. The rind is edible, but if desired, it can be easily removed after it cooks. Or pierce right through it to expose the fondue like interior of the brie.
How to grill the brie cheese:
First, make sure you purchase the whole block of brie cheese. A lot of grocers sell the brie in already cut wedges. These will not work well on the grill because the cheese melts very fast and will make a mess!
After the grill is pre-heated to at least 325 degrees, the whole block of brie is placed directly over the heat. Leave it alone with the lid closed for at least two minutes. Open the lid and use a metal grilling spatula to gently flip the block of brie over.
It is important to be extra careful with flipping it- to ensure you do not pierce the rind on the exterior. Once it is turned over, grill an additional two minutes, and remove it from the grill. It can be served immediately. As the brie sits, it will begin to harden again.
Additional topping ideas for brie:
If you are not a huge fan of tomatoes, here are some alternative ideas to top the grilled brie with:
- A sweet jam- strawberry, blueberry, peach or any fruit jams
- Bacon jam
- Caramelized onions
- Honey and nut mixtures
- A chutney
What to eat with the grilled brie:
When brie cheese is warmed-up, it becomes very gooey; like a fondue dip type texture. That said, it is recommended to eat the brie with a flatbread, or cracker. For this particular occasion, we grilled up some mini naan pieces of bread. Dip them directly into the melty brie, and top with the tomato compote!
Grilled Brie with Herb Tomato Compote
Grilled Brie with Herb Tomato Compote is a melty and delicious cheese accompanied by a herby tomato compote. The perfect simple and delicious appetizer idea for your next occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 block Brie cheese
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup fresh Basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Rosemary, dried
- 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
- 1 teaspoon Oregano, dried
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Add olive oil to to a cast iron skillet or any skillet that can be placed directly on the grill. Pour olive oil into the skillet and place the skillet directly over the heat on the grill.
- Place the chopped onions into the grill, and saute them until they are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, and all of the seasonings and basil directly into the skillet.
- Mix well and cook on the grill an additional 5-7 minutes. Tomatoes will become very soft and sauce-like.
- Place the brie cheese directly on the grill. Allow it to cook with lid closed for 2-3 minutes and gently turn it over to the other side. Be extra careful to not pierce the rind on the exterior. Grill an addition 2 minutes and remove.
- Optional: grill bread to serve the cheese and tomatoes with.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 54Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 386mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 2g
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Robin
Baked brie is one of my favorite cold weather appetizers, so I was thrilled to find this grilled version I can serve in the summertime. The fact that it was savory made it even more wonderful!
Tamara J.
I'm so happy you enjoyed it Robin!
Leah
Love cheese and the tomatoes make it a perfect choice for wine night.
Tamara J.
Yes it is so delicious for a quick appetizer for your occasion!
Jazz
This was perfect on buttery crackers and extremely easy to make!
Lilly
This was my first time grilling Brie and I have to say, I don’t think I’ll enjoy Brie any other way again! It was so easy to make and the Smokey grill flavor elevated the taste of the Brie. Thanks for your detailed instructions and tips on purchasing the right Brie! I can’t wait to make this again!
Tamara J.
I am so happy you enjoyed it!
Kaluhi
The full flavour of the brie was very well complemented by the deliciousness of the Tomatoes. A truly country to try this out, in both my sister and I really really really enjoyed this!
Jen
I made this compote for some friends on Friday and served it with wine. We all loved it. Plus it was ready in no time. This is getting added to my summer menu.
Barry J.
This is my new favorite way to eat brie. With a nice glass of wine of course. I can't wait to make this again!
Jessica
Had some friends over the other night and fired up the grill. Decided to give this recipe a try and it was so bomb. Everyone loved it. Thanks again for another hit, T!
Tamara J.
So happy you enjoyed it!
Marta
Loved the idea of grilling brie. I've always baked mine. This was a great change.
Thanks!
Tamara J.
It's definitely one of my favorite cheeses!
Nicole
This is SOOO good. Will be making this again and again for summer! Thank you for this!
Tamara J.
I am happy you enjoyed it!
Mykalee
OMG I prepared this for my family this past weekend and it was a crowd favorite. The flavors were so decadent! Thank you so much!
Tamara J.
So happy you enjoyed it!