Description
Bruschetta Dip is a delicious appetizer that captures the flavors of traditional bruschetta in a creamy, dipable form. It typically includes ingredients such as diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and cream cheese or yogurt, making it perfect for serving with crackers, bread, or vegetables.
Ingredients
- Ripe Roma tomatoes: Diced to perfection
- Red onion: Finely chopped
- Garlic: Minced
- Fresh basil: Chopped
- Olive oil: For richness
- Balsamic vinegar: For tanginess
- Salt and pepper: To enhance flavors
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: For creaminess
- French baguette: Sliced and toasted
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, and freshly chopped basil. Drizzle in the olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper. Stir everything together until well-combined.
2. Spread the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly in the bottom of a shallow baking dish. Spoon the tomato mixture over the cheese, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. Slice the French baguette and toast the slices until crispy. Arrange the toasted bread around the chilled Bruschetta Dip or serve it on the side for easy dipping.
Notes
The key to a truly remarkable Bruschetta Dip is using the freshest and ripest ingredients possible.
For a healthier twist, you can experiment with using low-fat or nonfat Greek yogurt instead of mozzarella cheese, or opt for whole-grain bread or gluten-free crackers as your dipping vehicles.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing/Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 10