t Your Guests 20 minutes 6 servings Save Recipe
Bruschetta Dip is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that will delight your guests with its combination of marinated Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, creamy cheese mixture, and a hint of balsamic vinegar. This recipe offers a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and fresh flavors, making it a crowd-pleasing dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing, Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Bruschetta Topping:
- 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup basil leaves, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt, to taste
Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 block cream cheese (4 oz), softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- More basil leaves, chopped
- Red pepper flakes
- Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preparing the Bruschetta: Begin by coring and dicing the Roma tomatoes. Combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Preparing the Cheese Mixture: Blend feta cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth. Adjust salt to taste.
- Assembling the Dip: Spread the cheese mixture in a serving dish. Top with the marinated bruschetta mixture. Garnish with basil, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for a smooth mixture.
- Adjust salt levels based on personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
