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Caprese Dip

Cultural Context

Originating from the Campania region of Italy, the Caprese salad is a celebration of fresh ingredients—tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil—often enjoyed in the summer months. The Caprese dip transforms this classic salad into a creamy, shareable appetizer, perfect for gatherings. Today, variations abound, with many adding ingredients like garlic or spices to enhance flavor, making it a popular choice at parties and casual get-togethers.

ItalianITappetizer
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 cups diced tomatoes
fresh basil (to taste)
garlic cloves (to taste)
soft spreadable cheese (garlic cheese spread)

fresh mozzarella

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: shredded mozzarella

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while shredded mozzarella is often less expensive.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: balsamic glaze

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Balsamic glaze adds sweetness while red wine vinegar is a more affordable option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: basil paste

Dried basil is a lower-calorie option, while basil paste can be less expensive.

1

Start by cutting the tomatoes into small pieces, aiming for about 1.5 cups of diced tomatoes.

2

If using Roma tomatoes, note they are less watery; if using smaller tomatoes, cut them into eighths or smaller for easy dipping.

3

Prepare the tomatoes by dicing them small enough to fit on a chip.

4

Gather fresh basil from your garden, and dry it off to remove excess moisture.

5

Chop the basil into small pieces, using scissors if necessary, and add to the bowl with tomatoes.

6

Add garlic cloves to the mixture; jarred minced garlic can be used as a substitute.

7

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring the dip is not too watery.

8

Serve the dip with chips or crackers.

Cooking Techniques

choppingmixing

Equipment Needed

bowlknifescissorspaper towel

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Caprese Salad DipTomato Basil Dip
Local Name: Dip Caprese

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