Description
Indulge in the perfect party appetizer with this Whipped Feta Bruschetta Dip. Creamy whipped feta serves as the base for a flavorful bruschetta topping, all served with crispy crostini for a delightful bite.
Ingredients
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For the bruschetta topping:
- 1 cup diced heirloom cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
- 6 large basil leaves, julienned
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
For the crostini:
- 1 demi French baguette, cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices (about 10 slices)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small clove garlic, peeled
For the whipped feta base:
- 1 batch Creamy Whipped Feta Dip
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- 6–10 small basil leaves
For serving:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
- Make the bruschetta topping: In a bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare the crostini: Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, rub with garlic, and bake until golden.
- Make the whipped feta base: Prepare a batch of Creamy Whipped Feta Dip.
- Assemble the dip: Spread the feta dip in a serving bowl, top with bruschetta, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and garnish with basil.
- Serve: Serve the crostini with the dip immediately.
Notes
- You can customize the bruschetta topping with additional herbs or ingredients.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
