Description
Bruschetta Dip is the ultimate appetizer for summer gatherings, combining the refreshing flavors of ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and creamy cheeses into a delightful, scoopable dish. This no-cook recipe is not only easy to prepare—taking just 20 minutes—but also versatile enough to pair with an array of dippable options like crackers, toasted bread, or fresh veggies. With its vibrant colors and satisfying texture, this dip is sure to please guests at any event. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for an enticing start to your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Roma tomatoes
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ block cream cheese (4 oz)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- More basil leaves, chopped for garnish
- Red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped Roma tomatoes, minced garlic, and basil. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt. Toss gently and set aside.
- In another bowl, blend crumbled feta cheese with softened cream cheese and sour cream until creamy. Mix in minced garlic and lemon juice.
- Gently fold the bruschetta topping into the creamy mixture until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer the dip to a serving dish and garnish with additional basil and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve with your choice of dippers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg