Description
This Bruschetta Dip transforms the classic Italian bruschetta into a creamy, crowd-pleasing appetizer. With marinated Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and a velvety feta-cream cheese base, this dip is perfect for entertaining. Ready in just 25 minutes, it delivers Mediterranean freshness and indulgent flavor in every scoop.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Fresh Bruschetta Topping:
- 4 Roma tomatoes, cored and diced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- For the Creamy Cheese Base:
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- For Garnish:
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Red pepper flakes
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Dice Roma tomatoes into ¼-inch cubes. Remove seeds if preferred for less moisture.
- Mix Bruschetta Topping: Combine tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, season with salt, and toss gently.
- Marinate: Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prepare Cheese Base: In a food processor, combine feta, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Process until smooth and creamy, 3–4 minutes.
- Assemble: Spread cheese mixture evenly in a shallow dish. Spoon marinated tomatoes over the top.
- Garnish: Add chopped basil, red pepper flakes, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve: Pair with toasted baguette slices, crostini, or sturdy pita chips. Enjoy immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
Best served fresh within a few hours. Store leftovers up to 2 days in the refrigerator. Avoid freezing, as tomatoes and dairy lose texture after thawing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip, Mediterranean
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Keywords: bruschetta dip, tomato basil dip, Mediterranean appetizer, party dip, creamy feta dip