Easy Citrus Herb Dipping Oil
This Easy Citrus Herb Dipping Oil is infused with fresh herbs and citrus zest, perfect for serving with crusty bread or flatbread. Bright, aromatic, and easy to make, it adds a deliciously modern twist to a classic dipping tradition.
Ingredients
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp mint, chopped
- 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp pistachios, chopped
- 3 tbsp plant-based Parmesan, grated
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Chop the fresh basil (¼ cup), mint (2 tbsp), garlic (2 cloves), and pistachios (3 tbsp). Grate the Parmesan (3 tbsp) and zest 1 lemon and 1 orange.
- Arrange Ingredients: On a flat plate or shallow bowl, arrange the chopped basil, mint, garlic, pistachios, and Parmesan in small piles.
- Add the Zest and Juice: Sprinkle the lemon and orange zest over the piles. Then squeeze the juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp) over everything.
- Pour the Olive Oil: Pour ½ cup olive oil over the mixture, letting it coat the herbs and other ingredients.
- Season: Add ¼ tsp chili flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Mix and Serve: Mix everything together just before serving. Serve with fresh, crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
Herb Variations
Feel free to swap or add fresh parsley, oregano, or thyme to the basil and mint for a new flavor twist.
Make-Ahead Tip
Prep ahead of time, but keep the herbs and oil separate until serving to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 servingCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 0.3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.3mg
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