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Grilled Brie with Herb Tomato Compote

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April 19, 2021 by Tamara J. 20 Comments

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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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  • What does grilled brie cheese taste like?
  • Do I have to remove the rind before grilling?
  • How to grill the brie cheese:
  • Additional topping ideas for brie:
  • What to eat with the grilled brie:
  • 📖 Recipe
overhead view of grilled brie with tomato compote on a board

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.

block of brie and tomato compote on grill

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

Serve it as a brie grilled cheese for an extra special treat!

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!

📖 Recipe

grilled brie on a cutting board with a tomato herb compote for serving

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.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizers, barbeque, brie cheese, cheese, grilling
Servings: 6 serviings
Calories: 54kcal
Author: Tamara J.

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

Serving: 1 | Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 386mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g
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  1. Robin says

    May 05, 2021 at 10:07 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Tamara J. says

      May 07, 2021 at 1:31 am

      I'm so happy you enjoyed it Robin!

      Reply
  2. Leah says

    May 05, 2021 at 7:56 pm

    Love cheese and the tomatoes make it a perfect choice for wine night.

    Reply
    • Tamara J. says

      May 07, 2021 at 1:33 am

      Yes it is so delicious for a quick appetizer for your occasion!

      Reply
  3. Jazz says

    May 05, 2021 at 6:25 pm

    5 stars
    This was perfect on buttery crackers and extremely easy to make!

    Reply
  4. Jazz says

    May 05, 2021 at 6:24 pm

    This was perfect on buttery crackers and extremely easy to make!

    Reply
  5. Chenée says

    May 05, 2021 at 5:11 pm

    5 stars
    The creamy brie was so perfect with the tomato compote, and it was all so easy to make!

    Reply
  6. Lilly says

    May 05, 2021 at 3:44 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Tamara J. says

      May 05, 2021 at 5:58 pm

      I am so happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Kaluhi says

    May 05, 2021 at 11:25 am

    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!

    Reply
  8. Jen says

    May 02, 2021 at 1:26 pm

    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.

    Reply
  9. Barry J. says

    May 01, 2021 at 11:58 pm

    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!

    Reply
  10. Jessica says

    April 30, 2021 at 6:51 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Tamara J. says

      April 30, 2021 at 8:13 pm

      So happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  11. Marta says

    April 30, 2021 at 3:27 am

    Loved the idea of grilling brie. I've always baked mine. This was a great change.
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Tamara J. says

      April 30, 2021 at 8:13 pm

      It's definitely one of my favorite cheeses!

      Reply
  12. Nicole says

    April 29, 2021 at 12:33 am

    This is SOOO good. Will be making this again and again for summer! Thank you for this!

    Reply
    • Tamara J. says

      April 30, 2021 at 8:14 pm

      I am happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  13. Mykalee says

    April 28, 2021 at 10:35 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Tamara J. says

      April 30, 2021 at 8:14 pm

      So happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply

HEY, Y'ALL!

I'm Tamara! I'm a Southern girl who has cooking in her blood. A wife and busy mom of four awesome kids. I love sharing fun family ideas, money saving life hacks, and have a variety of fool-proof family-friendly recipes for the family on the go. Learn more about Tamara


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