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5 from 2 votes

Italian Olive Oil Bread Dip

Olive oil infused with garlic, herbs, and spices, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. Italian restaurant not required!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Infusing Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Olive Oil Bread Dip
Servings: 10 tablespoons
Author: Rachel Farnsworth

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, add 3 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika.
  • Heat 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oilin a small saucepan over medium heat, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Once hot, remove from the heat and pour over the garlic, herbs, and spices. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Season with coarse salt and black pepper. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
  • Let sit 30 to 60 minutes to cool and allow the flavors to infuse into the olive oil. Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

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Notes

  • Serve this up with any bread for dipping. French bread, Italian loaves, sourdough, and focaccia are some of our favorites.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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