Olive Oil Bread Dip

Easy appetizer recipes like this olive oil bread dip are perfect when you want something simple but packed with flavor. This irresistible olive oil dipping sauce is infused with a mix of fresh and dried herbs, creating a rich and aromatic dip that pairs beautifully with warm bread.

Despite its impressive flavor, this recipe is incredibly quick to make. With just a handful of ingredients and about five minutes of prep time, you can have a restaurant style bread dip ready to serve.

This dip makes a simple yet elegant appetizer when paired with crusty bread such as baguette, no knead bread, or any good artisan loaf. It is always one of the first things to disappear at parties and gatherings.

Many people fall in love with this type of dipping oil at Italian restaurants. Warm bread served with herb infused olive oil often becomes the highlight of the meal before the main dishes even arrive.

If you enjoy dipping fresh bread into flavorful oil, you no longer need to wait for a restaurant visit. This homemade version brings those classic Italian restaurant flavors right to your table.

The combination of fresh herbs, dried herbs, garlic, parmesan cheese, and a splash of balsamic vinegar creates a bold and savory flavor that complements bread perfectly.

Another great thing about this olive oil dip is its versatility. It pairs well with almost any crusty bread and also makes a wonderful addition to a cheese board or charcuterie platter.

Whether served as a quick appetizer, party snack, or part of a larger spread, this herb infused olive oil dip is simple to prepare and full of flavor that everyone will enjoy.

Olive Oil Bread Dip

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Easy appetizer recipes like this olive oil bread dip are perfect when you want something simple but packed with flavor. This irresistible olive oil dipping sauce is infused with a mix of fresh and dried herbs, creating a rich and aromatic dip that pairs beautifully with warm bread.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh finely chopped basil
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly crushed black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
• 2 teaspoon Freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar

Instructions

1. Pour the olive oil into a small serving bowl or shallow plate.
2. Add the Italian seasoning, garlic, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper, fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, and salt. Stir gently to combine.
3. Just before serving, drizzle a little balsamic vinegar over the top.
4. Serve with warm, crusty bread and enjoy.

Notes

• Use fresh garlic. Avoid jarred minced garlic—fresh cloves that you mince yourself will give the dip much better flavor.
• Grate your own Parmesan. Pre-shredded cheese is often coated with anti-caking agents, which can affect both texture and flavor. Freshly grated Parmesan works best.
• Choose high-quality olive oil. Since olive oil is the base of this recipe, use a good-quality extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) for the best taste.
• Adjust to your preference. Feel free to tweak the herbs and spices to suit your taste. This recipe is very flexible.
• Finely chop the basil. Cutting it very small helps distribute the flavor evenly throughout the dip.
• Optional addition. A splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice can be added for a bright, fresh flavor.

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