Description
A flavorful, herbed dipping oil loaded with garlic, chili flakes, fresh herbs, and parmesan — perfect for dipping crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, and red chili flakes.
- Add chopped parsley, basil, grated Parmesan, and lemon zest.
- Season with salt and pepper, stirring well to combine.
- Let the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve in a shallow dish with warm crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for a tangy twist.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg