Three-Cheese Tomato Bruschetta Dip
A warm, creamy dip blending ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan with roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil. Ideal for serving with crusty bread, crackers, or toasted slices, this Italian-inspired appetizer offers concentrated sweetness and depth in a stress-free one-dish format.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Easy Lunch Ideas
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ricotta cheese
Shredded mozzarella cheese
Grated Parmesan cheese
Cherry tomatoes
Olive oil
Garlic cloves, minced
Salt
Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (200°C)
Toss cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper
Roast tomatoes for 15-20 minutes until blistered and caramelized
In a large bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil
Spread cheese mixture into a baking dish
Top with hot roasted tomatoes and basil
Bake 5-7 minutes until cheeses are melty and bubbling
Notes
Use mixed red and yellow cherry tomatoes for color contrast
For a crisper crust on bread, brush slices with olive oil before baking
Stir cheese mixture after assembly to redistribute any excess tomato liquid
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/2 cup dip plus 2-3 bread slices)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg