Sometimes the simplest things are the ones everyone keeps coming back for. This Garlic & Herb Parmesan Dipping Oil is savory, garlicky, cheesy, and ridiculously easy to make. Add a loaf of warm, crusty bread and you have an appetizer that feels restaurant-worthy in just a few minutes.
The star of this recipe is, of course, the extra virgin olive oil. Because there are only a handful of ingredients, using a fresh, flavorful premium olive oil makes all the difference. Add Parmesan, garlic, herbs, a little black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes and suddenly that loaf of bread on the counter becomes the best part of dinner.
Why You'll Love This Garlic Parmesan Dipping Oil
- Ready in minutes: No cooking required.
- Perfect for entertaining: Set it out with warm bread and watch it disappear.
- Easy to customize: Add more garlic, herbs, Parmesan, or red pepper flakes to make it your own.
- Lets great olive oil shine: This is one of the easiest ways to really taste the flavor of a premium extra virgin olive oil.
What Olive Oil Is Best for Bread Dipping?
For a classic bread dipping oil, choose a fresh extra virgin olive oil with enough flavor to stand up to Parmesan, garlic, and herbs. A medium or robust EVOO works beautifully if you enjoy a more peppery, grassy flavor.
If you prefer a softer, more approachable dipping oil, a mild or medium extra virgin olive oil is a great choice. You can also have a little fun with a garlic-infused olive oil for even more garlic flavor.
Not sure which one to choose? Stop by The Little Shop of Olive Oils in Franklin, Massachusetts and taste before you buy. We are always happy to help you find an olive oil that works with the way you like to cook and eat.
Make It Your Own
This easy olive oil bread dip is almost impossible to mess up. Try adding fresh rosemary, basil, oregano, thyme, or a squeeze of lemon. For a richer flavor, add a spoonful of finely grated Pecorino Romano. If you like heat, add an extra pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
You can even swap traditional EVOO for a flavored olive oil. Garlic Olive Oil is an obvious favorite, while Basil Olive Oil or Tuscan Herb Olive Oil can turn the same simple recipe into something completely different.
What to Serve With Olive Oil Bread Dip
Obviously, crusty bread is a must — think warm baguette, ciabatta, focaccia, or sourdough. But don't stop there. This Parmesan olive oil mixture is also delicious drizzled over roasted vegetables, spooned onto grilled chicken, tossed with pasta, or served alongside an antipasto board.
The Secret Is Starting With Great Olive Oil
When a recipe is this simple, every ingredient matters. Fresh, premium extra virgin olive oil brings fruity, grassy, peppery, and sometimes slightly bitter notes that ordinary cooking oil simply cannot replicate.
At The Little Shop of Olive Oils, we love helping customers discover just how different fresh olive oils can taste. Stop into our Franklin store, sample a few, and we'll help you choose the perfect bottle for dipping, drizzling, cooking, and more.
Grab the bread. Pour the olive oil. Dinner just got a whole lot better.
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