Description
A delicious and easy-to-make bruschetta dip that combines fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella cheese, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced tomatoes (about 4 medium tomatoes)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 baguette, sliced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Let the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the tomato mixture into a baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- While the dip is baking, arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve the warm bruschetta dip with the toasted baguette slices.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture.
- Substitute the mozzarella cheese with feta or goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg