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Lemon Olive Oil

This easy lemon olive oil is a quick infused oil made with lemon zest and fresh herbs, and is perfect in salad dressing. Freeze for later!

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Minimum Infusion Time:
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 16 1-tablespoon servings
Calories: 120 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or rosemary, removed from stems Or use 2 teaspoons fragrant, dried herbs
  • 2 lemons, zested organic lemons preferred

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oil until it's warm and just beginning to simmer. Do not bring it to a boil. Turn off the heat.Add the herbs and lemon zest. Allow the herbs and zest to steep covered for at least 10 minutes.
  2. If desired, use right away. For a more intense lemon flavor, add the oil, zest and herbs to a glass container and steep for at least 3 hours (or up to 3 days) in the fridge. The oil will harden in the fridge, so move it to room temperature about 30 minutes before using.
  3. Refrigerate oil: The infused oil will last for up to 3 days if kept refrigerated.Freeze oil: Leftover oil can be preserved longer if frozen within 2-3 days.  For easy freezing, try pouring the oil into a portioned silicone mold (such as an ice cube tray), and then moving the frozen oil cubes to a freezer bag.  Use frozen oil within 3 months for the best flavor. If frozen, oil should be used within two days of thawing.

Notes

  • Amounts listed for lemon zest and herbs can be adjusted as desired. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 120kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 4mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 21IU (0%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 161-tablespoon servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120

% Daily Value*

Calories 120kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 4mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 21IU 0%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.