Here’s a classic restaurant-style Olive Oil Bread Dip—simple, fragrant, and perfect with warm crusty bread 🫒🥖
Olive Oil Bread Dip
Ingredients (serves 4)
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Optional finish: balsamic glaze drizzle or fresh herbs
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine olive oil and garlic.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt evenly over the oil.
- Let sit 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan if using.
- Serve with warm crusty bread (focaccia, baguette, or sourdough).
Tips for the BEST Flavor
- Use good-quality extra virgin olive oil—it makes all the difference.
- Grate garlic instead of chopping for smoother flavor.
- Warm the olive oil slightly (not hot) for deeper infusion.
Variations
- Mediterranean: Add chopped olives and sun-dried tomatoes
- Herb-forward: Use fresh rosemary, thyme, and basil
- Spicy: Add chili oil or extra red pepper flakes
- Citrus: Add lemon zest for brightness
Serving Ideas
- As a starter with bread
- Drizzle over roasted vegetables or pasta
- Use as a base for salad dressing
If you’d like, I can also give you a Carrabba’s-style bread dip, balsamic-olive oil combo, or a garlic confit oil dip.
