Description
This Irresistible Olive Oil Bread Dip is a simple yet elegant appetizer made with high-quality olive oil, fresh basil, garlic, aged balsamic vinegar, and Parmesan cheese. It’s bursting with Mediterranean flavors and pairs perfectly with warm, crusty bread for dipping. A quick, flavorful recipe that’s ready in minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh basil, minced garlic, and aged balsamic vinegar.
- Stir in the black pepper, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Allow the dip to sit for 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Transfer the mixture to a shallow dish or bowl and serve with warm, crusty bread.
Notes
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or replace it with nutritional yeast.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your spice preference—add more for a spicy kick or omit for a milder dip.
- This dip also works as a salad dressing or marinade for proteins like chicken or fish.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Let it come to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 1mg