Description
Enhance your dining experience with this quick and flavorful Bread Dipping Oil, ready in just 10 minutes! This delightful mix of rich extra-virgin olive oil and tangy balsamic vinegar, infused with fresh herbs and savory olives, is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a cozy meal at home. Serve it alongside warm crusty bread for an irresistible appetizer that is sure to impress your guests. With its vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients, this dipping oil is not only delicious but also a nutritious addition to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Castelvetrano olives (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Kalamata olives (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt (or more to taste)
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- Fresh warm bread (for serving)
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine ¾ cup of extra virgin olive oil with 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
- Finely chop 2 tablespoons each of fresh parsley and basil, along with 2 tablespoons of chopped Castelvetrano and Kalamata olives. Add these to the bowl.
- Grate 1 clove of garlic into the mixture and add ½ teaspoon of dried oregano and ¼ teaspoon of flaky sea salt. If desired, grate ¼ cup of parmesan cheese on top.
- Stir all ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Serve immediately with warm crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg