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Tomato Olive Oil Bread Dip

Savory Tomato Olive Oil Bread Dip for Effortless Snacking

A zesty Tomato Olive Oil Bread Dip that's perfect for effortless snacking and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 cup Sun-dried Tomatoes Adds deep, tangy flavor; consider using roasted red peppers for a twist.
  • 0.5 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil offers the best flavor profile.
  • 1 cup Olives Mixing green and black olives for complexity.
  • 1 clove Garlic Roasting the garlic first lends a sweeter note.
  • 1 tbsp Herbs Fresh basil or oregano can substitute for dried herbs.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all the fresh ingredients for your dip: sun-dried tomatoes, olives, garlic, herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Finely chop about a cup of sun-dried tomatoes and a mix of green and black olives.
  3. Mince the garlic and prepare your herbs by chopping them roughly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, olives, minced garlic, and herbs, then drizzle in the olive oil.
  5. Gently mix everything together and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Let the dip sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve the dip in a bowl alongside crispy toasted baguette slices, pita chips, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dip can be made in advance; the flavors improve as it sits. Best enjoyed cold, highlighting its fresh flavors.

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