Sun-Dried Tomato and Olive Oil Bread Dip Recipe
A flavorful and aromatic Sun-Dried Tomato Olive Oil Bread Dip featuring extra virgin olive oil infused with garlic, shallots, chili flakes, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, olives, fresh herbs, and a hint of balsamic vinegar. Perfect as a savory appetizer paired with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped Castelvetrano olives
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped basil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Maldon salt
- Bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the shallot and garlic: Finely chop the shallot and grate the garlic cloves to release their intense flavors and aromas.
- Mix the olive oil and aromatics: In a medium bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, finely chopped shallot, grated garlic, and red chili flakes, stirring well to infuse the oil.
- Add cheese and mix-ins: Stir in the grated parmesan, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chopped Castelvetrano olives, parsley, and basil until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Season and finish: Add the balsamic vinegar and Maldon salt to the mixture, adjusting seasoning to taste for a perfectly balanced dip.
- Serve: Pour the dip into a serving dish and accompany it with fresh crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- Let the dip sit for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Use a good-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
- This dip can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Castelvetrano olives can be substituted with green or black olives if unavailable.
- Adjust red chili flakes to taste for desired spiciness.
Keywords: sun-dried tomato dip, olive oil dip, bread dip, Mediterranean appetizer, garlic olive oil dip, parmesan dip