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Zucchini & Goat Cheese Galette with Hot Honey & Thyme Recipe

Name: Zucchini & Goat Cheese Galette with Hot Honey & Thyme Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients: 2 cups self-rising flour; 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup olive oil (plus extra for brushing); 1 tsp salt; 5 oz honey-flavored goat cheese (or regular goat cheese if preferred); 2-3 zucchini, sliced into rounds; 1 tsp black pepper; Pinch of red pepper flakes; 4 fresh thyme sprigs; 1/8 cup honey; Pinch of red pepper flakes

ByHarper Ellington October 17, 2025October 17, 2025

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Introduction

This Zucchini & Goat Cheese Galette is a delightful combination of flaky crust, creamy goat cheese, and fresh zucchini, finished with a drizzle of spicy-sweet hot honey and fragrant thyme. It’s an easy, elegant dish perfect for a light lunch or a charming appetizer.

A small round galette with a thick, golden-brown, crispy crust wraps around a filling of thinly sliced green zucchini arranged in overlapping layers at the center, topped with small dollops of white soft cheese, a few droplets of amber-colored honey, and scattered green herb leaves. The galette sits on a white plate over a white marbled texture, with some small herb sprigs and tiny red chili flakes scattered decoratively around it. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup olive oil
5 oz goat cheese (preferably honey-flavored for extra sweetness)
1 tsp salt
2-3 zucchinis, sliced into rounds
1 tsp pepper
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1/8 cup honey
4 thyme sprigs

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: In a bowl, combine the self-rising flour and Greek yogurt. Mix using a fork until a dough begins to form, then transfer to a floured surface and knead until smooth.
Step 3: Roll the dough out thinly into a rough circle and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Brush the surface of the dough lightly with olive oil.
Step 5: Crumble half of the goat cheese evenly over the dough, avoiding the edges.
Step 6: Arrange the zucchini slices in concentric circles on top of the cheese, leaving about an inch of dough around the edges free for folding.
Step 7: Drizzle more olive oil over the zucchini, then season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Step 8: Sprinkle the remaining goat cheese and thyme sprigs over the zucchini.
Step 9: Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as needed to create a rustic edge.
Step 10: Bake for 30-40 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
Step 11: While the galette bakes, mix the honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes to create the hot honey drizzle.
Step 12: After baking, drizzle the hot honey over the galette, slice, and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

Use honey-flavored goat cheese for a natural sweetness; otherwise, plain goat cheese works well with the hot honey drizzle.
For a gluten-free option, substitute the self-rising flour with a gluten-free blend and add 1 tsp baking powder.
Add thinly sliced red onion or fresh basil for extra flavor layers.
If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes in the hot honey.

Storage

Store leftover galette tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes to restore crispness. The hot honey drizzle is best added fresh before serving.