Description
This Carrabba’s Olive Oil Bread Dip is a restaurant-style appetizer made with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for entertaining or a quick gourmet snack, it pairs beautifully with crusty bread and can also be used as a salad dressing, marinade, or pasta seasoning.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1½ teaspoons onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1½ teaspoons coarse sea salt
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced or crushed
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a small bowl, mix the crushed red pepper, black pepper, oregano, basil, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, dried rosemary, and sea salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Prepare the garlic: Mince or crush the fresh garlic, adjusting the amount based on your preference for intensity. For a milder flavor, roast the garlic beforehand or slice it instead of mincing.
- Assemble the dip: Just before serving, spread the spice mixture onto a shallow dish. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the top and lightly stir to combine, ensuring the flavors are well blended.
- Enhance with optional ingredients: For added depth, mix in a splash of balsamic vinegar, a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Serve immediately: Pair with warm, crusty bread or an assortment of sliced vegetables. For the best flavor, let the mixture sit for a few minutes before dipping to allow the herbs to infuse into the oil.
Notes
- If using fresh herbs, replace each teaspoon of dried herbs with one tablespoon of finely chopped fresh herbs.
- Store the dry spice blend in an airtight container for up to a month. If mixed with oil, consume within 2-3 days.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing the red pepper flakes to taste.
- Use this oil as a salad dressing, marinade for meats, or seasoning for roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 261
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 909mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 3.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg