Italian Olive Oil Dip
Elevate your appetizer game with this tantalizing Italian Olive Oil Dip, a quick and easy recipe perfect for entertaining or adding a gourmet touch to mealtime. Made with robust extra virgin olive oil, freshly minced garlic, aromatic dried herbs like oregano and basil, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this dip bursts with Mediterranean flavor. Fresh parsley and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese take this dip to the next level, while a drizzle of balsamic vinegar adds a tangy, sophisticated finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dip pairs beautifully with warm, crusty bread, offering a restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfect for sharing with friends or indulging solo, this Italian Olive Oil Dip is a must-try for lovers of simple yet flavorful Italian cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the fresh garlic cloves.
Chop the fresh parsley into small pieces.
In a small serving dish or bowl, pour the extra virgin olive oil.
Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes to the bowl.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and ground black pepper.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar on top of the mixture and gently stir to combine.
Serve immediately with fresh, crusty bread for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.2 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 772 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 154 mg | 3% | |
*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.
