5-Minute Olive Oil Bread Dip
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
139 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
5-Minute Olive Oil Bread Dip
Description
The dip begins with good-quality olive oil infused with minced garlic, herbs, and concentrated pastes that add depth and richness to the oil. Fresh oregano and mint bring herbaceous brightness, while kalamata olives contribute savory, salty texture. Sumac and lemon zest add citrusy acidity and a subtle tang. Pomegranate molasses enriches the dip with a sweet and tart complexity. The seasonings come together quickly and benefit from resting to meld flavors.
Served as a dip for crusty bread, this olive oil blend offers varied textures from herbs and olives and a balanced flavor profile combining savory, tangy, and sweet elements. It can be used as a condiment for bread or to complement Mediterranean-style meals.
For intensified flavor, the oil and garlic can be warmed gently to release aromatics before combining all ingredients. Chilling can thicken the dip slightly, and seasoning can be adjusted before serving to taste.
Ingredients
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tbsp oregano fresh
- 2 tbsp mint fresh
- 1 tsp pepper paste
- 1 tsp tomato paste
- ¼ cup kalamata olives chopped
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sumac
- 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
- 1 lemon Zest of
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, pour in ½ cup of extra virgin olive oil. Then, add the minced garlic and give it a good stir to combine.
- Add fresh oregano and fresh mint to the bowl. Next, add pepper paste and tomato paste.
- Stir in the chopped kalamata olives. Season with salt, pepper and sumac.
- Add in the pomegranate molasses and lemon zest. Then, stir everything together until well combined.
- If time allows, the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle a bit more olive oil on top if desired. Serve with crusty bread of your choice.
Notes
- Warm the olive oil with garlic gently before mixing to deepen garlic flavor, avoiding burning.
- Refrigerate the dip for 30 minutes if a thicker texture is preferred.
- Taste and adjust seasoning like salt, pepper, and lemon zest before serving for best balance.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 139kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 219mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 86IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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