Italian Tricolor Layered Dip

Brighten up your appetizer table with this stunning Italian Tricolor Layered Dip, a feast for both the eyes and taste buds! Featuring the vibrant colors of the Italian flag, this no-cook party dip layers rich basil pesto, a luscious blend of cream cheese, ricotta, and Parmesan, and finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes for a show-stopping centerpiece. The creamy, savory flavors and bold textures are perfectly complemented with fresh basil garnishes and served alongside crunchy crackers, crisp breadsticks, or warm baguette slices. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy make-ahead dip is as versatile as it is beautiful—perfect for your next gathering, potluck, or holiday spread. Indulge in layers of Italian-inspired flavor that are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

1 cup Basil pesto
8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
0.75 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
0.5 cup Ricotta cheese
10 leaves Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
0 to serve (optional) Crackers, breadsticks, or baguette slices

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ricotta cheese, and grated Parmesan. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Prepare a shallow glass or decorative serving dish for the layered dip. This will allow the tricolor layers to be visible.

Step 3

Spread the prepared basil pesto evenly as the base layer of the dip.

Step 4

Carefully spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the pesto layer. Use a spatula to distribute it evenly without mixing the layers.

Step 5

Add the finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes as the final layer, creating a vibrant red top.

Step 6

Garnish the dip with fresh basil leaves arranged decoratively on top.

Step 7

Serve immediately with crackers, breadsticks, or sliced baguette, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	884.3 grams (884.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3017

Total Fat 228.00g	292%
Saturated Fat 92.50g	463%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 464mg	155%
Sodium 4643mg	202%
Total Carbohydrate 158.20g	58%
Dietary Fiber 14.10g	50%
Total Sugars 85.10g
Protein 109.10g	218%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2631mg	202%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 7016mg	149%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.7%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 20.3%