Bread Dipping Oil with Fresh Herbs, Olives, and Parmesan Recipe
This flavorful bread dipping oil is a delightful blend of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh herbs, olives, garlic, oregano, sea salt, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect for serving alongside warm, crusty bread, it offers a simple yet elegant appetizer or snack with vibrant Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup of dipping oil, serves 4-6 as an appetizer 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Oil and Vinegar
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Herbs and 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)
Cheese and Serving
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- Fresh warm bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Combine Liquids: In a shallow bowl, pour the extra virgin olive oil and drizzle the balsamic vinegar on top to create the base of the dipping oil.
- Add Herbs and Olives: Finely chop the parsley, basil, Castelvetrano olives, and Kalamata olives, then add them to the bowl, mixing them into the oil and vinegar mixture.
- Season the Mixture: Grate a clove of garlic directly into the bowl, add dried oregano and flaky sea salt, then stir all the ingredients well to blend the flavors together.
- Add Cheese and Serve: Freshly grate Parmesan cheese over the mixture and stir once more. Serve immediately alongside fresh, warm crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- Use quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
- You can adjust the amount of garlic and herbs according to your taste preferences.
- This dipping oil is best served fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; allow it to come to room temperature before serving.
- Any crusty bread such as baguette or sourdough pairs well with this dipping oil.
- For a variation, add crushed red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
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