Description
A simple yet flavorful olive oil dip infused with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan, perfect for serving with warm crusty bread. Ideal for sharing at dinner parties or as a delicious appetizer!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Freshly baked crusty bread, sliced
Instructions
- Combine Herbs and Spices: In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, dried basil, oregano, rosemary, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and kosher salt.
- Add Olive Oil and Cheese: Pour the extra virgin olive oil over the herb mixture. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Optional Balsamic Addition: If desired, add a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar to the mixture for a hint of sweetness and depth.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a shallow serving dish. Serve immediately with slices of warm, crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, allow the dip to sit for 10 minutes to let the herbs infuse the olive oil before serving.
- Use a high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes, depending on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dip (without bread)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg