Description
This EASY Loaded Festive Bread Dipping Oil is a delightful appetizer perfect for entertaining. Featuring a festive twist with dried cranberries, apricots, pistachios, sage, and a hint of orange zest, this flavorful dipping oil pairs wonderfully with warm fresh bread. It’s quick to prepare, requiring only a few minutes to mix the ingredients into a chunky, cohesive oil that's sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried apricots, chopped
- 2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- A handful of rosemary leaves, chopped
- A handful of sage leaves, chopped
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- A big pinch of flaky salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add all the ingredients to a wide, shallow bowl and mix well with a spoon until the mixture forms a cohesive, chunky oil.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dipping oil and adjust the salt as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve: Serve the oil with lots of lovely warm fresh bread, ideally no-knead focaccia, and enjoy this flavorful appetizer.
Notes
- This dipping oil is the easiest and quickest appetizer to prepare, perfect for entertaining guests.
- The festive twist comes from dried cranberries, apricots, pistachios, sage, and orange zest, which add both flavor and color.
- You can mix the oil in the serving bowl directly to save on washing up.
- Pair the dipping oil with soft, warm no-knead focaccia or any fresh bread of your choice for the best experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 211 calories
- Sugar: 4.7 g
- Sodium: 427 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16.7 g
- Fiber: 3.5 g
- Protein: 6.9 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg
