Low Carb Mediterranean Olive Oil Dip
Elevate your snacking or dining experience with this vibrant and Low Carb Mediterranean Olive Oil Dip—a celebration of bold, fresh flavors and healthy ingredients. Featuring extra-virgin olive oil as the star, this quick and easy dip is infused with zesty lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley, basil, and oregano. A touch of heat from red pepper flakes and the briny richness of Kalamata olives make this dish irresistibly complex yet refreshingly light. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's perfect for dipping crisp vegetable sticks or drizzling over grilled protein for a burst of Mediterranean charm. Low-carb, flavorful, and versatile, this recipe is a must-try for health-conscious foodies seeking an authentic Mediterranean experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 pieces Fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice, whisking them together until well mixed.
Add the minced garlic to the bowl, stirring to distribute it evenly throughout the oil and lemon mixture.
Fold in the finely chopped fresh parsley, basil, and oregano, ensuring they are thoroughly combined with the other ingredients.
Sprinkle the mixture with red pepper flakes, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste if necessary.
Gently stir in the chopped Kalamata olives, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the dip with fresh vegetable sticks or as a topping for grilled meats and fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 131.3 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2116 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 212 mg | 5% | |
*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.
