Olive Oil Bread Dip

Course: Dips, Sauce

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings: servings

Calories: 263kcal

Author: Shruthi Baskaran-Makanju

Whip up this Mediterranean-inspired olive oil dip in 5 minutes! Packed with Kalamata olives, sundried tomatoes, and fresh parsley, it’s perfect for dipping bread or veggies.

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Ingredients

½ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
2 tablespoons Kalamata olives finely chopped
2 tablespoons sundried tomatoes finely chopped
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper cracked
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions

Pour the olive oil into a shallow serving dish or bowl.
Sprinkle garlic and parsley over the olive oil.
Stir in the Kalamata olives and sundried tomatoes.
Now add red pepper flakes, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper and parmesan cheese. Gently stir to combine.
Serve immediately with warm crusty bread, pita, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Notes

Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
Opt for fresh herbs for a vibrant, aromatic touch; dried herbs can be substituted if fresh are unavailable.
Let the dip sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

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