Mediterranean Garlic and Herb Dipping Oil

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil (Use a high-quality, peppery olive oil.)
• 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
• 2 fresh garlic (Finely minced.)
• 2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes (Finely diced.)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (Chopped.)
• 1 tbsp fresh basil (Chopped.)
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 0.5 tsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan
• 0.5 tsp dried oregano
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• flaky sea salt (To taste.)
• 0.25 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 tbsp Kalamata olives (Finely chopped; optional.)
• 1 tsp fresh rosemary (Minced.)

Steps

1. 1

   Combine the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze, minced garlic, diced sun-dried tomatoes, parsley, basil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan, oregano, red pepper flakes, flaky sea salt, black pepper, optional Kalamata olives, and rosemary in a bowl.

2. 2

   Let the mixture sit for 20–30 minutes before serving so the garlic, herbs, and tomatoes can infuse the olive oil.

3. 3

   Serve with warm crusty bread, focaccia, or a fresh baguette.

Notes

The source emphasizes using a high-quality, peppery extra virgin olive oil. Bread is listed as a serving suggestion rather than as part of the dipping oil ingredients.

Nutrition per serving

• appetizer
• dip
• vegetarian
• Mediterranean
• no-cook
• gluten-free
• dairy-containing
• make-ahead