Simple Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Bread Dip

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Servings: Servings

Add the olive oil and minced garlic to a small skillet or saucepan. Warm over low heat for about 5 minutes, just until the garlic becomes fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown. Remove the pan from the heat.
1 cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 to 4 garlic cloves
Combine the basil, thyme, oregano, salt, rosemary, marjoram, and red pepper flakes in a shallow serving dish. Pour the warm olive oil and garlic over the seasonings and stir gently.
1 tablespoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary, ¼ teaspoon marjoram, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Add 3 tablespoons of the balsamic vinegar and stir. Taste, and add the remaining tablespoon if desired. Serve immediately with crusty bread.
3 to 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Use a smooth extra virgin olive oil that tastes good to you on its own.
The balsamic vinegar and dried herbs will naturally settle at the bottom. Stir the dip before serving and occasionally while eating.
To serve a smaller portion, transfer part of the prepared dip to a shallow dish and refill it as needed.
Adjust or omit any of the seasonings to suit your taste.
Because the recipe contains fresh garlic in oil, refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and use them within 4 days. Do not store the dip at room temperature.
The calories are an approximation based on one-eighth of the recipe, or about 2 ½ tablespoons. Actual calories will vary.

Nutrition Facts

Simple Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Bread Dip

Serving Size

2.5 tablespoons

Amount per Serving

Calories

248

% Daily Value*

Fat

Saturated Fat

Polyunsaturated Fat

Monounsaturated Fat

Sodium

149

Potassium

Carbohydrates

Fiber

0.3

Sugar

Protein

0.2

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

0.4

Calcium

Iron

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.