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.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the fresh garlic cloves.

Step 2

Chop the fresh parsley into small pieces.

Step 3

In a small serving dish or bowl, pour the extra virgin olive oil.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes to the bowl.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 6

Drizzle the balsamic vinegar on top of the mixture and gently stir to combine.

Step 7

Serve immediately with fresh, crusty bread for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	169.2 grams (169.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1042

Total Fat 115.20g	148%
Saturated Fat 18.00g	90%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 10mg	3%
Sodium 772mg	34%
Total Carbohydrate 9.50g	3%
Dietary Fiber 1.30g	5%
Total Sugars 2.50g
Protein 5.50g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171mg	13%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 154mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 94.5%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 3.5%