Description
A cozy and flavorful dip made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and creamy cheeses, perfect for gatherings or movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 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 additional garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- Prepare the Bruschetta: Combine diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl. Add salt and let sit.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: Mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and crumbled feta until smooth. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
- Assemble the Dip: Spread the cheese mixture in a serving dish, top with the bruschetta mixture, sprinkle with red pepper flakes and freshly grated Parmesan.
- Serve immediately with crackers, crusty bread, or veggie sticks.
Notes
Let the dip sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Use fresh ingredients for maximum taste.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: bruschetta, dip, appetizer, creamy, party food