Description
Embark on a culinary adventure with our Sun-dried Tomato Olive Oil Bread Dip, a delightful blend of rich flavors and textures that’s perfect for any gathering. This vibrant dip features the earthy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, the creaminess of parmesan, and the aromatic notes of fresh herbs, all harmoniously combined in extra virgin olive oil. It’s not just an appetizer; it’s an experience that brings loved ones together around the table. Perfect for crusty bread, this dip is easy to make and sure to impress your guests with its depth of flavor. Serve it at your next party or enjoy it during a cozy evening at home—either way, it’s destined to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot (finely chopped)
- 6 cloves garlic (grated)
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped Castelvetrano olives
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped basil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Maldon salt
- Bread for serving
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine olive oil, chopped shallot, grated garlic, and red chili flakes. Infuse for about 4-5 minutes until shallots are soft and fragrant.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Transfer the infused oil to a medium bowl.
- Add remaining ingredients: parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, parsley, basil, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Let the dip rest for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve with crusty bread slices for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Infusing and Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg