Mediterranean Sun-Dried Tomato Garlic Olive Oil Dip Recipe
This Mediterranean Sun-Dried Tomato Garlic Olive Oil Dip is a vibrant blend of rich flavors that will transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean. Perfect for gatherings or casual snacking, this dip is both simple to make and deliciously satisfying.
- Author: Crumella
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil (or parsley)
- Start by gathering all your ingredients on a clean countertop. Measure out the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and other spices.
- In your food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic. Pulse a few times until they are roughly chopped but not pureed.
- Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while the processor is running to emulsify the mixture.
- Once you have a smooth mixture, add the red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Pulse a couple more times to incorporate the seasonings.
- Finally, add the fresh basil or parsley and pulse just until combined.
- Before serving, taste the dip and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Use high-quality sun-dried tomatoes and olive oil for the best flavor. Let the dip sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.