Restaurant-Style Olive Oil Bread Dip with Herbs and Balsamic
Make this easy, flavorful olive oil bread dip in under 10 minutes. It is perfect for serving with crusty bread as a quick appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning blend
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (for serving)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes in a shallow serving dish.
- Stir the ingredients together well to distribute the seasonings.
- Let the mixture sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is key for a flavorful olive oil appetizer.
- If using, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the oil mixture.
- Serve immediately with warm, crusty bread, baguette, or focaccia.
- Pour the balsamic vinegar into a separate small dish or directly onto the oil mixture just before serving for dipping.
Notes
- For a restaurant-style experience, use high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
- You can substitute the dried herbs with 2 tablespoons of fresh, chopped herbs like basil and parsley.
- This dip is a great no cook appetizer for any gathering.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp dip
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 19
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0
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