Description
This simple and flavorful Bread Dipping Oil recipe combines extra virgin olive oil with fresh herbs, olives, garlic, and balsamic vinegar to create a delightful appetizer or side for warm crusty bread. Ready in just 10 minutes, it is perfect for entertaining or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Herbs & Olives
- 2 tablespoons parsley leaves (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons basil leaves (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Castelvetrano olives (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Kalamata olives (chopped)
Seasonings
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt (or more to taste)
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
Serving
- fresh warm bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Combine olive oil and balsamic vinegar: In a shallow bowl, pour the extra virgin olive oil and drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the top to create the dipping base.
- Add herbs and olives: Finely chop the parsley, basil, Castelvetrano olives, and Kalamata olives. Add them into the bowl with the oil and vinegar mixture.
- Incorporate garlic and seasonings: Grate the garlic clove directly into the bowl. Add the dried oregano and flaky sea salt. Freshly grate the parmesan cheese on top.
- Mix thoroughly and serve: Stir all ingredients well so the flavors combine. Serve immediately alongside fresh warm crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- Use the freshest extra virgin olive oil you can find for best flavor.
- You can adjust the amount of garlic and salt according to your taste.
- Substitute fresh oregano for dried if preferred, but reduce quantity as fresh herbs are stronger.
- This dip pairs well with focaccia, baguette, or any crusty bread.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and use within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: bread dipping oil, olive oil dip, herb dip, balsamic vinegar dip, easy appetizer, Mediterranean dip, bread and oil
