Description
A flavorful Olive Oil Bread Dip infused with fresh herbs, spices, and a touch of aged balsamic vinegar. Perfect as an appetizer or snack served with crusty bread for dipping.
Ingredients
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Olive Oil Dip
- 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
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, pour the cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil. Add the finely chopped fresh basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, freshly crushed black pepper, Italian seasoning, freshly minced garlic, and freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together gently but thoroughly to ensure the flavors meld well with the olive oil. The parmesan cheese should be evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Add Balsamic Vinegar: Drizzle the aged balsamic vinegar into the mixture and stir again to combine, adding a sweet tang that balances the richness of the oil and spices.
- Rest to Marinate: Let the dip rest for at least 10-15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to develop fully and infuse the olive oil.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and offer alongside fresh, crusty bread or breadsticks for dipping. Enjoy immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Use the freshest extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor and quality.
- Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese enhances the dip’s richness compared to pre-grated varieties.
- Letting the dip rest allows the garlic and herbs to infuse the olive oil better.
- This dip is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; bring back to room temperature before serving.
Keywords: olive oil dip, bread dip, Italian appetizer, basil olive oil dip, balsamic vinegar dip, parmesan bread dip, easy snack