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Published February 20, 2019. By Alyssa Brantley 33 Comments

Marinated Caña de Cabra (Spanish Goat Cheese)

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water crackers next to a round piece of cana de cabra, a small silver cheese knife, wood board and a red and white linen in the background with text at the top for pinterest

Marinated Caña de Cabra aka Spanish Goat Cheese. Easy and stunning marinated cheese dish perfect for parties or date night!

Originally Posted: October 1st, 2012   |   Updated: February 20th, 2019

water crackers next to a round piece of cana de cabra, a small silver cheese knife, wood board and a red and white linen in the background

If you love cheese or Spanish food, you are going to flip out for this appetizer!

We take Caña de Cabra, a delicious Spanish Goat Cheese and marinate it with smoked paprika, fresh parsley, almonds, extra virgin olive oil and spices for an easy and absolutely STUNNING appetizer that everyone loves!

What is Caña de Cabra?

Caña de Cabra is a soft-ripened Spanish goat cheese. It comes in logs and is usually sliced into rounds. It has a mild yet flavorful earthy taste tinged with citrus. 

What can I substitute for Caña de Cabra?

Caña de Cabra is very similar to Bucheron and 4 Montrachet (both from France). These can be easier to find. Caña de Oveja is the Sheepsmilk version but much more firm and tangy. Bottom line, I would try to find Bucheron.

We were invited to a dinner party and I knew the hosts were going to be serving a beautiful Paella. I wanted to create an easy (make ahead) appetizer infused with some of the flavors of Spain.

Something simple yet elegant that would sure to not only impress but would be delicious and pair well with our meal.

This doesn’t get easier!

You buy the cheese, let it sit out for 15 to 20 minutes to soften.

Blend up a paste in the food processor and pat it on along with some Smoked Paprika.

Yep, that is it. We are talking maybe five minutes of prep time and no cooking.

Marinated Cana de Cabra Spanish Goat Cheese with a slice cut out on top of a water cracker

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Marinated Caña de Cabra (Spanish Goat Cheese)
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 1 min
Resting Time: 15 mins
 

Marinated Caña de Cabra aka Spanish Goat Cheese. Easy and stunning marinated cheese dish perfect for parties or date night!

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: bucheron appetizer, cana de cabra, cheeseboard, goat cheese appetizer, marinated goat cheese, marinated spanish goat cheese
Servings: 10
Calories: 119 kcal
Author: Alyssa Brantley
5 from 4 votes
Marinated Cana de Cabra Spanish Goat Cheese with a slice cut out on top of a water cracker
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Ingredients
  • .75 pounds Caña de Cabra (Spanish Goat Cheese)
  • 1/4 cup toasted, slivered almonds
  • 1/3 cup parsley leaves packed
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika plus more for the rinds
  • 1/2 tsp finely ground sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 T extra virgin olive oil
  • crusty bread or crackers for serving
Instructions
  1. Gather ingredients. Unwrap the cheese and allow the cheese to sit out for 15 to 20 minutes so it softens a bit. This will allow the topping to adhere easier.

    ingredients to make cana de cabra. salt in a ceramic salt hog, rounds of cheese, mas jar of sliced almonds, small mason jar of smoked paprika, pepper mil, fresh parsley and large bottle of olive oil
  2. Place some smoked paprika on a flat plate. 

    Use your fingers to spread some smoked paprika over the rind until it is lightly coated. Note that the beautiful red color of the smoked paprika becomes a bit more vibrant as it sits on the rind so don't go overboard.

  3. Combine almonds, parsley leaves, smoked paprika, sea salt, black pepper and olive oil in the bowl of a food processor.

    Pulse until coarsely but evenly chopped. 

    Transfer mixture to a flat plate. Grab goat cheese medallion and gently pat some of the almond mixture onto the top and bottom of the cheese. You want a thin, but even layer on each cheese medallion.

    combining almonds, spanish paprika, parsley leaves, olive oil and spices in the bowl of a food processor
  4. Continue with remaining rounds, refrigerate and allow to set for at least 2 to 3 hours before serving. 

    Remove from refrigerator at least 20 minutes before serving.

    Serve with crusty bread, crackers or crips veggies and Enjoy!

NOTES:

The nutrition information doesn't include bread, crackers or crisp veggies as that can vary greatly on what you serve this with!

Nutrition Facts
Marinated Caña de Cabra (Spanish Goat Cheese)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 119 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 243mg11%
Potassium 42mg1%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 620IU12%
Vitamin C 2.6mg3%
Calcium 57mg6%
Iron 0.9mg5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Katherine Martinelli says

    October 9, 2012 at 1:53 am

    That is my absolute favorite goat cheese and I never knew the name of it! How funny. I can’t wait to make this simple and wonderful appetizer with it!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 9, 2012 at 6:41 am

      I am with you – that cheese is unbelievable. Can you get it easily in Israel? I hope you can make this – you will love it!

      Reply
  2. Jeanette says

    October 4, 2012 at 5:25 am

    This looks dangerously good!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 4, 2012 at 4:23 pm

      This was Jeanette – it definitely coming out again soon for the holidays!

      Reply
  3. Nancy/SpicieFoodie says

    October 3, 2012 at 10:17 am

    Okay, yes I am flipping out about this recipe. It looks amazing! Going to bookmark it and try it soon. Thanks for sharing.

    P.S.
    I can’t wait to see your preview/review of Faith’s cookbook.

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 3, 2012 at 1:53 pm

      Thank you so much Nancy! It is really wonderful – let me know how you like it! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

    October 2, 2012 at 11:01 pm

    An elegant recipe! I love herb crusted cheese!!

    Reply
  5. The Squishy Monster says

    October 2, 2012 at 10:25 pm

    I adore smoked paprika and this dish looks amazing—it’s got me excited to try it!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 3, 2012 at 1:51 pm

      I hope you love it and thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  6. Shut Up & Cook says

    October 2, 2012 at 9:41 pm

    Pressure is on for me to think of something good for this weekend…eeee!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 3, 2012 at 1:50 pm

      No pressure – we are keeping it casual lady!

      Reply
  7. Faith says

    October 2, 2012 at 7:41 pm

    What a beautiful appetizer! Definitely perfect for when you want to impress — and so easy too! Love it. 🙂

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 3, 2012 at 1:50 pm

      Thanks Faith and Kiran!!

      Reply
  8. Amanda says

    October 2, 2012 at 3:40 pm

    Yum! That looks wonderful. I love cheese AND Spanish food, so I’ll have to give this one a go… fingers crossed I can find the cheese in Australia.

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 2, 2012 at 6:51 pm

      If not, hopefully the cheesemonger can recommend something similar!

      Reply
  9. Lan | angry asian says

    October 2, 2012 at 10:44 am

    this looks so super impressive, i bet your host/ess was so pleased that you went along with their spanish theme.

    Reply
  10. Aaran says

    October 2, 2012 at 9:12 am

    This is the time you need a 3d FOOD printer! Must’ve been a dream…. Merci my friend

    Reply
  11. Meg says

    October 2, 2012 at 4:22 am

    Gorgeous presentation! And great for a Spanish-themed meal. I bet your friends were thrilled when you showed up with that!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 2, 2012 at 1:39 pm

      They were – it really worked out perfectly!

      Reply
  12. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    October 1, 2012 at 8:48 pm

    What a fab appetizer, I love it!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 2, 2012 at 1:39 pm

      Thanks Laura and Lan!

      Reply
  13. Eha says

    October 1, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    Hardly think I’ll be able to buy this particular goat cheese in the semi-rural Oz market, but am very interested in the topping, which surely would be just as tasty with another goat cheese 🙂 !

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 2, 2012 at 1:39 pm

      I bet it will be Eha – let me know!

      Reply
  14. Erin says

    October 1, 2012 at 6:50 pm

    Stunning! I want to eat it through the computer!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 1, 2012 at 7:29 pm

      Thanks Erin – it was amazing!

      Reply
  15. Lexi says

    October 1, 2012 at 3:38 pm

    Love this Alyssa! I always looking for ideas to add to my tapas menu.

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 1, 2012 at 7:29 pm

      This is perfect for a Tapas dinner Lexi 🙂

      Reply
  16. Norma Chang says

    October 1, 2012 at 3:09 pm

    That sure is easy, simple and elegant. Makes a very impressive presentation.

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 1, 2012 at 7:29 pm

      Thanks Norma – everyone at the dinner party loved it!

      Reply
  17. Jess @ Cheese Please says

    October 1, 2012 at 2:52 pm

    Ohhhhhh, I have never used Caña de Cabra before. I must get on that right away!! Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      October 1, 2012 at 7:28 pm

      You have too Jess! Let me know how you like it!

      Reply

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