Description
This Easy Boursin Bruschetta Dip combines creamy Boursin cheese with fresh tomatoes and basil for a flavorful appetizer that’s quick to prepare and perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (5.3 oz each) Boursin cheese
- 1–1/2 cups chopped de-seeded tomatoes
- 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- salt and pepper to taste
- balsamic reduction (Alessi brand recommended)
- crackers or crostini for serving
Instructions
- Let the Boursin packages soften slightly at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper, then stir well and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Spread the softened Boursin cheese into an even layer in an 8-9" shallow serving dish or pie pan.
- Spoon the bruschetta mixture over the Boursin cheese, discarding the juices from the mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the top with balsamic reduction and garnish with extra fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately with crackers or crostini.
Notes
Use vine-ripened or roma tomatoes for best flavor.
You can make your own crostini by toasting sliced baguette until golden.
This dip is best served fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator for a day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of the dip
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg