Description
This Three-Cheese Tomato Bruschetta Dip with Roasted Red Pepper Swirl is a flavorful and visually appealing appetizer perfect for parties or a cozy night in. It combines classic bruschetta flavors with a creamy, cheesy base and a vibrant swirl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7oz) Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded (Halal-Certified)
- 150g (5.3oz) Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Shredded (Halal-Certified)
- 100g (3.5oz) Grated Parmesan Cheese (Halal-Certified)
- 300g (10.5oz) Ripe Tomatoes, Diced
- 2 Large Garlic Cloves, Minced
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp (5g) Sea Salt
- ½ tsp (2.5g) Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 150g (5.3oz) Roasted Red Bell Pepper, Chopped
- 1 tsp (2g) Smoked Paprika
- 100g (3.5oz) Cream Cheese, Softened (Halal-Certified)
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) Balsamic Reduction
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) Fresh Basil Leaves, Chopped
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Combine Cheeses: Mix mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan.
- Marinate Tomatoes: Toss diced tomatoes with garlic, oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Make Red Pepper Swirl: Blend roasted pepper, paprika, and cream cheese.
- Assemble Dip: Layer cheese, tomatoes, and red pepper swirl.
- Swirl & Top: Swirl red pepper into tomatoes and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Rest & Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes, drizzle with balsamic reduction, and garnish with basil.
Notes
For best results, use freshly shredded cheese and ripe tomatoes. Allowing the tomato mixture to rest enhances the flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dip
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: bruschetta,dip,appetizer,cheese,tomato,party,easy,italian,halal