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Golden olive oil dip with fresh herbs and warm bread on a rustic table.

Olive Oil Dip with Warm Bread Recipe

Meryem
Make this Olive Oil Dip with Warm Bread for a Mediterranean appetizer. Fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil pair perfectly with crusty bread.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Cuisine
Cuisine Mediterranean
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: ½ cup
  • Garlic: 2 cloves minced
  • Fresh Herbs: 1 tbsp parsley, basil, or oregano, finely chopped
  • Red Pepper Flakes: ½ tsp adjust to taste
  • Balsamic Vinegar: 1 tsp
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese: 2 tbsp
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste
  • Warm Bread: Sliced baguette ciabatta, or any crusty bread of your choice

Instructions
 

Prepare the Olive Oil Mixture:

  • In a shallow bowl or small plate, pour the olive oil as the base.

Add Garlic and Herbs:

  • Sprinkle the minced garlic and fresh herbs evenly over the olive oil.

Season the Dip:

  • Add red pepper flakes, a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.

Warm the Bread:

  • Heat your bread slices in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes, or until warm and slightly crispy.

Serve and Enjoy:

  • Dip the warm bread into the seasoned olive oil mixture and enjoy immediately.