3-Ingredient Lentil Feta Bruschetta Dip (Trader Joe’s Recipe)
This 3-ingredient Trader Joe’s lentil bruschetta dip with feta takes 5 minutes, packs plant protein and fiber, and will be your new go-to appetizer for potlucks, picnics, and holiday parties.
I’m sure you’ve been in a panic like me before. You’ve got a party tonight, and you’re supposed to bring an appetizer to share. But you haven’t prepared anything. And you don’t want to be that person who brings a bag of chips and dip from the store, not that there’s anything wrong with that, LOL!
Enter this easy lentil feta bruschetta dip, made with three simple Trader Joe’s ingredients. If you have a Trader Joe’s nearby, you can go there, make the dip, and still have plenty of time before the party. Trust me!
Why You’ll Love This Lentil Feta Bruschetta
Trader Joe’s Lentil Bruschetta Dip Ingredients
And, if you are lucky enough to live near a Trader Joe’s, you can whip up this dip in under 5 minutes with these 3 ingredients:
- Ready-to-Eat Steamed Lentils.
- Fresh Bruschetta Sauce.
- Feta Cheese
No Trader Joe’s? Easy Ingredient Swaps
Fear not, if you are nowhere near a Trader Joe’s, you can still whip up this dip pretty darn quick, with any variety of dried and cooked OR canned lentils, feta cheese, and your own DIY bruschetta sauce made with chopped tomatoes + extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, salt, garlic, and black pepper.
Is Lentil Bruschetta Dip Healthy?
Yes! Lentils provide plant protein and fiber, the tomatoes add color and antioxidants, and feta offers extra protein and calcium.
- Packed with protein (18 g per 1 cup) and fiber (8 g per 1 cup), this Lentil Feta Bruschetta is a feast for your gut microbiome!
- Lentils are low on the glycemic index and are a good source of BOTH soluble and insoluble fiber to help regulate blood sugar and lower cholesterol.
Lentil Feta Bruschetta Serving Suggestions
- Serve with crackers and veggies for an easy appetizer.
- Enjoy for breakfast over leafy greens with a fried egg.
- Enjoy as a side dish with pan-seared salmon.
- Warm it in a tortilla or wrap for a light lunch.
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Tips for the Best Lentil Bruschetta Dip
- Drain the bruschetta. If your bruschetta sauce looks watery, drain off some of the liquid so the dip stays scoopable.
- Make it ahead. Stir it together a few hours before the party, then chill. The flavors have time to mingle, and you have one less thing to do.
- Swap the cheese. Goat cheese works well instead of feta (a tip from one of my readers!)
- Make it gluten-free. Or, not. I love this with gluten-free Mary’s Gone Crackers and raw veggies. Serve with your favorite crackers or pita chips.
Lentil Feta Bruschetta Dip
Ingredients
- 1 package Trader Joe's Ready-to-Eat Steamed Lentils
- 1 container Trader Joe’s Fresh Bruschetta Sauce*
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Combine lentils, bruschetta, and crumbled feta cheese in a bowl. Stir ingredients together until well combined, and serve immediately, or may be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
My family loved this!
Thanks for letting me know, Bobbie! My family loves it too, and I love how easy it is. Cheers!
I was at TJ’s today, and one of the food demonstrators was featuring this easy and delicious recipe. I can’t recommend highly enough. And even buying all the prepared ingredients, they total about 10 dollars and the amount should last me for a few days. It’ll be a regular meal in my future!
Thanks so much for sharing! I’ve been making it for years, and everyone loves it. You can’t beat how easy it is, and it’s good for you, too. And, yes, budget-friendly too!
Tried this at Trader Joe’s and bought the ingredients to try at home. It is so good. It is a cold night so I wanted something warm so I spooned some into a tortilla, wrapped it up and heated it just until warm. So good!
Hi Lea! So glad you made the lentil feta bruschetta. I love the idea of warming it up and serving it in a tortilla-so delicious! Have a wonderful week!
I don’t have a TJ near me. How else scan I make this?
Hi Jeannine! You can make it with feta cheese, lentils (either cook them yourself-pretty easy-or use canned), then make the bruschetta yourself (unless your local grocery store carries pre-made bruschetta). I don’t have a bruschetta recipe on my website, but this one (minus the bread) looks pretty good. Let me know how it turns out!
I tried making this for a party, and it was absolutely delicious! So easy too!
it is delicious look to see. thanks, fo r given a great idea.
Really delish sounding, including the multiple ways to enjoy it.
Thanks so much! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
So awesome! I’d love it with salmon and I bet it’s really good mixed with sorghum too- a little biased 🙂
Thanks Lauren! And, yes-I bet this would be fabulous with sorghum too! You have every right to be a little biased 🙂
I’ve never tried TJ’s lentils! Definitely looking for them next time we’re there, then coming home and trying this. It sounds delicious!
Hi Marie! Oh, you MUST get some pre-cooked lentils next time you’re at TJ’s! I hope you love this easy recipe as much as I do! 🙂
Love the TJ’s lentils – they make lentil dishes so easy and quick! I could eat this lentil feta bruschetta by itself!
Simple and wonderful go-to combo, EA! The recommendation of the specific items at Trader Joe’s will be much appreciated I’m sure 🙂 Enjoy the coming season.
This is one of my favorite potluck dishes – I have a similar recipe using goat cheese and basil. Yum!
Sometimes simple is best. Case in point. But I am rather annoyed that I didn’t already know about this. Really delish sounding, including the multiple ways to enjoy it. 🙂
On my list for my next trip to TJ’s! Looks terrific –
Thanks Liz! I’d love to hear how it runs out 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend!
OK – I love both TJ’s lentils and bruschetta sauce but I haven’t bought them in a while. Guess what’s going on my ingredient list this week?? This would be awesome with their Chevre with Honey too – swoon. Looks so yummy w/ the salmon!
Hi Deanna! So, this is what I love about Trader Joe’s….finding out new things to try every week. Like Chevre w/ Honey…I’ve never tried it, but *double swoon*!! Guess what’s going on MY ingredient list this weekend?? 🙂
This sounds wonderful! I’m putting it on the menu asap!
Thanks so much Andrea! I promise you, you will love it!! Have a wonderful weekend with your beautiful family 🙂