Description
A warm, cheesy delight that transforms the classic Italian salad into a flavorful dip, perfect for gatherings or weeknight treats.
Ingredients
- Fresh tomatoes, chopped
- Garlic, minced
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Cheese (mozzarella or cream cheese)
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Salt, to taste
- Crusty bread, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped fresh tomatoes, minced garlic, and chopped fresh basil. Add a pinch of salt.
- In a baking dish, mix the tomato mixture with cheese and drizzle olive oil over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Serve warm with slices of crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
For a twist, try adding sun-dried tomatoes, using feta cheese, or incorporating grilled vegetables. Roasting tomatoes and garlic deepens their flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caprese dip, Italian appetizer, cheese dip, party food, summer recipe