Marinated Manchego Cheese

Transform your next cheese board with the vibrant flavors of Marinated Manchego Cheese, a quick yet sophisticated dish that’s perfect for entertaining or everyday indulgence. This Spanish-inspired recipe combines creamy, nutty Manchego cheese with fragrant fresh rosemary, thyme, garlic cloves, and a touch of citrusy lemon zest. Infused in extra virgin olive oil and spiked with a hint of crushed red pepper flakes and black peppercorns, every bite delivers a medley of bold and aromatic flavors. Prep takes just 15 minutes, but the magic happens as this creation marinates in the refrigerator, deepening in complexity over 24 hours—or up to 3 days. Serve these flavor-packed cubes as a show-stopping appetizer alongside crusty bread or artisan crackers, and elevate your spread with this effortlessly elegant addition.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams Manchego cheese
• 120 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 pieces Fresh rosemary sprigs
• 2 pieces Fresh thyme sprigs
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Cut the Manchego cheese into bite-sized cubes, approximately 2 cm in size, and place them in a medium-sized bowl or jar with a lid.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and lightly smash them with the side of a knife to release their flavor. Add them to the bowl or jar with the cheese.

Step 3

Add the fresh rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, and black peppercorns to the jar.

Step 4

Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes and lemon zest over the cheese for a subtle kick and refreshing citrus note.

Step 5

Pour the extra virgin olive oil over the cheese and aromatics, ensuring that all the cheese cubes are fully submerged in the oil.

Step 6

Give the jar or bowl a gentle stir or shake to evenly distribute the herbs and spices.

Step 7

Cover the jar or bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, marinate for up to 3 days.

Step 8

Before serving, allow the marinated Manchego cheese to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes. Serve as part of a cheese board, with crusty bread, or on its own as an elegant appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	384.6 grams (384.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1964

Total Fat 192.50g	247%
Saturated Fat 69.60g	348%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 268mg	89%
Sodium 1609mg	70%
Total Carbohydrate 5.20g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1.70g	6%
Total Sugars 0.10g
Protein 63.40g	127%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1821mg	140%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 78mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.3%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 1.0%