Description
A savory and aromatic dip made with sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and extra virgin olive oil, perfect for serving with crusty bread as an appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and finely chopped
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Slowly whisk in the extra virgin olive oil until the mixture is well blended and slightly emulsified.
- Stir in the balsamic vinegar and Parmesan cheese (if using) until evenly incorporated.
- Let the dip sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve in a shallow dish with slices of crusty bread, such as baguette or ciabatta, for dipping.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian