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Ultimate 5-Minute Garlic Herb Olive Oil Bread Dip

Close-up of a small white bowl filled with golden olive oil bread dip topped with minced garlic and herbs.
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Make this quick and easy olive oil bread dip featuring garlic and herbs. This no cook recipe delivers restaurant style flavor perfect for serving with crusty bread as a simple appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs (or a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (optional, for serving alongside)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Measure the extra virgin olive oil into a shallow dipping bowl.
  2. Add the minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, coarse salt, and black pepper to the olive oil.
  3. Stir all ingredients together until they are fully combined.
  4. Let the olive oil bread dip sit for at least 5 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. If using, pour the balsamic vinegar into a separate small dish next to the oil, or drizzle a small amount directly over the oil mixture just before serving.
  6. Serve immediately with warm crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

  • For a Mediterranean olive oil starter flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
  • If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, crush the garlic slightly instead of mincing it finely.
  • This recipe is best made with a high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor in this simple savory dip.

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