Description
A vibrant appetizer combining fresh tomatoes and herbed cheese, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- 8 oz block feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ block cream cheese (4 oz), softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cheese mixture)
- Additional salt, to taste
- More basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bruschetta Topping: Combine the diced Roma tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt in a bowl. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Make the Cheese Mixture: In a separate mixing bowl, blend together softened cream cheese, crumbled feta, sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
- Assemble the Dip: In a serving bowl, layer the cheese mixture at the bottom and spoon the bruschetta topping over it. Finish with chopped basil, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Serve with toasted bread, pita chips, or vegetable sticks. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: appetizer, bruschetta, dip, vegetarian, easy recipe