Macaroni Grill Bread Dipping Oil

Recreate the restaurant magic at home with this flavorful Macaroni Grill Bread Dipping Oil recipe! Bursting with aromatic dried herbs like basil, parsley, and oregano, this olive oil dip is elevated with minced garlic, a touch of red pepper flakes for heat, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a savory, nutty finish. Add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar for tangy depth, and you’ve got the perfect accompaniment to warm, crusty bread. Ready in just 5 minutes and ideal for sharing, this restaurant-style dipping oil is a simple yet elegant appetizer that brings bold, Italian-inspired flavors to your table. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights in!

Nutriscore Rating: 26/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 clove Minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the dried basil, parsley, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Stir the mixture gently to combine all the dry ingredients evenly.

Step 3

Transfer the herb mixture to a shallow serving dish or small bowl.

Step 4

Pour the extra-virgin olive oil over the herb mixture in the serving dish.

Step 5

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the oil mixture.

Step 6

If desired, add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar for additional depth of flavor.

Step 7

Serve immediately with warm, crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	142.6 grams (142.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1106

Total Fat 122.30g	157%
Saturated Fat 18.40g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 10mg	3%
Sodium 1416mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 3.40g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 0.80g
Protein 4.40g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 143mg	11%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 50mg	1%

*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: 97.2%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 1.2%