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Bruschetta Dip Recipe

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This Bruschetta Dip combines fresh, marinated Roma tomatoes with a creamy, tangy cheese base made from feta, cream cheese, and sour cream. Enhanced with garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of lemon juice, it’s topped with red pepper flakes and Parmesan for a perfect party appetizer or snack that captures the classic flavors of traditional bruschetta in a creamy, easy-to-serve dip form.

Ingredients

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Bruschetta Mixture

  • 4 Roma tomatoes, cored and diced (seeds removed for less watery dip)
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1–2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt, to taste

Cheese Mixture

  • 8 oz feta cheese block, crumbled
  • ½ block cream cheese (4 oz), softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preparing the Bruschetta: Core and dice the Roma tomatoes into small cubes, removing seeds if desired to reduce moisture. Combine the diced tomatoes in a medium bowl with chopped basil and minced garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, sprinkle with salt, then gently toss to coat the tomatoes evenly. Let sit for about 10 minutes to marinate and blend flavors.
  2. Preparing the Cheese Mixture: While the tomatoes marinate, add crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil to a food processor bowl. Puree for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and season with salt cautiously, considering feta’s saltiness.
  3. Assembling the Dip: Spread the creamy cheese mixture evenly in a shallow serving dish to create the base layer. Spoon the marinated tomato bruschetta mixture over the cheese layer, spreading evenly to ensure balanced flavors in every bite. Garnish generously with chopped fresh basil, red pepper flakes, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for added color, texture, and flavor.

Notes

  • Remove tomato seeds to reduce wateriness and create a thicker dip texture.
  • Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor in both the bruschetta and cheese mixtures.
  • Adjust balsamic vinegar quantity based on your preferred acidity and sweetness.
  • Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter cheese mixture if desired.
  • Handle salt cautiously since feta cheese adds considerable saltiness to the dip.
  • Red pepper flakes can be adjusted or omitted to control spiciness.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature with crispy bread or crackers for dipping.

Keywords: Bruschetta Dip, Tomato Dip, Feta Cheese Dip, Italian Appetizer, Party Dip, No-Cook Dip, Creamy Bruschetta, Vegetarian Appetizer

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