few Recipe
Bruschetta Dip is a delightful twist on the classic bruschetta, combining the fresh flavors of ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and pungent garlic with creamy feta and cream cheese. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Bruschetta:
- 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
- ¼ cup basil leaves, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt, to taste
For the Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ block cream cheese (4 oz), softened
- ½ 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
For Garnishing:
Instructions
- Preparing the Bruschetta: Core and dice Roma tomatoes. Combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and salt. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Preparing the Cheese Mixture: Blend feta, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth. Adjust salt.
- Assembling the Dip: Spread cheese mixture in a dish. Top with marinated bruschetta. Garnish with basil, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan.
Notes
- Cheese Variations: Substitute feta with goat cheese, ricotta, or cream cheese.
- Tomato Variations: Experiment with cherry or heirloom tomatoes.
- Herbs and Seasonings: Customize with oregano, thyme, or parsley.
- Vegan Option: Swap dairy cheeses with plant-based alternatives like cashew cream or dairy-free feta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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