Description
A vibrant and creamy bruschetta dip that combines the flavors of fresh tomatoes, basil, and cheese, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
- ¼ cup chopped 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), softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- More fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
- Red pepper flakes, for garnish
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- Wash the tomatoes under cool water and dice them into small pieces. Place in a mixing bowl.
- Add chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt to the bowl. Toss gently and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine softened cream cheese, crumbled feta, sour cream, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Mince an additional garlic clove and mix it into the cheese mixture until uniform.
- In a serving dish, spread the creamy cheese mixture as a base, then top with the marinated tomato mixture.
- Garnish with extra chopped basil, red pepper flakes, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature before mixing. For a warm dip, bake in an oven-safe dish for 20 minutes at 350°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg