This tomato dip has become “famous” in our circles: it makes frequent appearances as party appetizers and for baby showers! Serve with grilled bread.

Famous Tomato Dip with Grilled Bread

I don’t know about you, but the longer I live, the more I learn about how to enjoy life. Enjoyment is actually difficult to pull off, I’ve found. It means you have to live in the present, ignoring worry about the past or nagging thoughts of the future. It also requires overlooking some of the present conditions that might not be ideal. Have you found enjoyment becomes easier with age? It certainly has for me. Keep reading for more on that, and our famous tomato dip recipe!

The less entitled I feel to good things, the more good things surprise me. Sweet friendships with gentle-hearted friends, my nephew gleefully applauding for himself, the taste of Indiana strawberries or fresh basil from the garden, kind words from a stranger…and even this tomato dip, which has become “famous” in our circles.

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Famous Tomato Dip with Grilled Bread

How to make tomato dip

This tomato dip is a new take on one of our old favorites that we adapted from a friend. It is quick to put together (5 minutes, excluding cleanup), but it is so so tasty. Our friend circle has started to make this tomato dip for parties and baby showers. We’ve been serving it a lot lately — as an appetizer for a few meals dear friends, part of summer picnic on the porch with my in-laws. And it’s been a hit every time. Everyone always asks, “are you bringing the tomato dip?” That’s when we knew it was a winner.

For this version of the tomato dip, we simplified from it original to use just 5 ingredients, while keeping the same basic taste. And for this one, we decided to serve it with grilled bread for dipping! The grilled bread adds a beautiful touch (thanks to Alex for the brilliant idea). Of course, you can serve it with anything you desire – bread, crackers, crostini, veggies, etc. We love this tomato dip not only for the taste, but the simplicity and easy assembly. It also works for wide range of diets: gluten-free [sans bread], dairy-free, vegetarian, and vegan. Basically, it’s the perfect party appetizer or quick lunch idea!

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This tomato dip recipe is…

Vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, and dairy-free.

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Famous Tomato Dip with Grilled Bread


  • Author: a Couple Cooks
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

This tomato dip has become “famous” in our circles: it makes frequent appearances as party appetizers and for baby showers! Serve with grilled bread.


Ingredients

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For the famous tomato dip

  • ¾ cup roasted almonds
  • 15-ounce can crushed fire roasted tomatoes
  • 1 garlic clove
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup olive oil

For the grilled bread


Instructions

  1. In the bowl of a food processor, combine the roasted almonds, fire roasted tomatoes, garlic, and kosher salt. Process until the nuts are finely ground.
  2. Scrape down the bowl. With the processor running, add the olive oil in a steady stream until a thick texture forms. (Store any leftovers refrigerated for 1 week.)
  3. For the grilled bread: Slice the baguette into slices. Brush olive oil onto each side of the bread. In a grill pan or on a grill, toast each bread slice over medium high heat until browned, a few minutes per side.
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Grilled
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Tomato Dip, Grilled Bread, Appetizer Recipes, Party Appetizers, Entertaining, Vegetarian, Vegan, Plant Based

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About the authors

Sonja & Alex

Meet Sonja and Alex Overhiser: Husband and wife. Expert home cooks. Authors of recipes you'll want to make again and again.

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26 Comments

  1. ‘the less entitled I feel to good things, the more good things surprise me.’ – such a good sentence. You’ve given me some food for thought tonight.

    And, this looks so good! xo

  2. This sounds really great for long summer afternoon snacking! Now all I need is a food processor so I can actually make it. Maybe it’s finally time to buckle down and get one. :)

  3. Love this post :) I’m definitely learning how to stop and enjoy the moment more. Previously, I would look back on moments and think of how great they were. But I was sad that I did not appreciate them at the time. Lately, I’ve been able to sit back during an event and realize the significance the moment has and I feel grateful. PS. this dip looks fantastic! I’m going to make it for my birthday picnic next week :)

  4. Romesco is one of my favourite dips ever – perfect with grilled leeks, seafood, or just on bread as in your gorgeous photos. Another gorgeous recipe post, thanks!

  5. Oh yes I would agree with you about enjoyment coming with age. My kids are young adults(23,20 and 19) and at 42, almost 43 years old I am ready to start living a bit more free and doing things that bring a smile to my face. Which is usually the small things. I lived a lot of my life for my husband and kids, no regrets ever, I do love them so, but now I know my kids will fly on their own soon. My husband and I are best friends and we laugh at the silliest of things. It is a good life!!!!

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