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Garlic Olive Oil Dip

A simple Mediterranean-style bread dipping oil made with olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices. Perfect for serving with warm crusty bread.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Dip Base
  • 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Finely mince the garlic cloves.
  2. Pour olive oil into a small bowl.
  3. Add garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Stir well until herbs and spices are evenly distributed.
  5. Add balsamic vinegar if desired and mix again.
  6. Let the dip rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with warm crusty bread or add grated Parmesan for extra flavor.