Valentina Ablaev
An olive oil bread dip is the perfect homemade bread dip to pair with a fresh baked bread loaf of sourdough bread or homemade focaccia bread. This homemade garlic oil makes the best copycat restaurant favorite that you can never get enough of.
We are all about a delicious bread dip and an olive oil dip for bread is a classic but our roasted tomatoes and burrata dip is another favorite with our readers.
To make the best olive oil bread dip all you need are a few staple ingredients. The key is high-quality olive oil! This recipe is easy and is incredibly classy.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Recipe
- Easy to make. This bread dip is so easy to make and uses the simplest ingredients.
- Perfect appetizer. An olive oil dip with bread is a great way to start your meal.
- Versatile. This easy bread dip is a blank slate and can be paired with so many dishes.
Ingredients for Olive Oil Bread Dip
- Fresh garlic cloves – fresh and minced, garlic clove adds so much flavor.
- Seasoning – a combination of italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Red pepper flakes – optional for a kick of heat.
- Olive oil – whatever olive oil you have on hand.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Vinegar: Level up your dip by pairing it with a balsamic vinegar or even a sugary balsamic glaze.
- Level up: Take your oil mixture to the next level by topping it with freshly grated parmesan cheese right before serving.
- Fresh herbs: If serving right away, you can add fresh herbs to the dipping sauce. Fresh thyme, and parsley would make great additions.
What is the best olive oil to use for bread dip?
The key to a wonderful flavor is a good oil. We recommend a good quality olive oil or extra virgin olive oil.
What Kind of Bread is Best for Olive Oil Dip?
You can use your favorite freshly baked bread. Here are some of our favorite breads we enjoy with this recipe.
- Easy bread loaf
- Braided bread recipe
- Crispy italian bread
- Focaccia bread
- French baguette
- Ciabatta bread
How to Make The Best Bread Dipping Oil
- Into a small bowl or plate, add all of the ingredients minus the oil and mix to combine. Pour in the oil and mix again.
2. Dip your favorite bread into the dip.
How to Serve Bread Dipping Oil
A simple crusty bread and olive oil combination is the best starter!
- Pasta: Serve this appetizer before an italian classic! Pair with creamy tuscan pasta and a simple caesar salad.
- Seafood: A rich olive oil bread dip will taste incredible when paired with a flavorful shrimp scampi.
Recipe FAQs
You can absolutely make this dip ahead of time. Because of the fresh garlic, you’ll want to keep it in the fridge.
Yes, this recipe can also be used as a simple salad dressing.
No, in this recipe we do not heat the oil.
How to Store Olive Oil Dip:
Storage. Keep leftovers in an airtight container, in the fridge for up to a week.
More Dip Recipes
If you enjoyed this olive oil dip recipe, be sure to try our other popular dipping recipes; here are some of our favorites:
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Olive Oil Bread Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp fresh ground pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Into a small plate, add all of the ingredients minus the oil and mix to combine. Pour in the oil and mix again.
- Dip your favorite bread into the dip.
Notes
- Use high-quality ingredients: A good olive oil is the key to a great-tasting dip.
- Pair with the right bread: A dip like this tastes best with a loaf of crusty, crispy bread. Italian bread, focaccia, and ciabatta would all work perfectly, but you can also use fresh sourdough!
- Storage. Keep leftovers in an airtight container, in the fridge for up to a week.
