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Olive Oil Bread Dip with Herbs, Garlic, and Parmesan Recipe

Name: Olive Oil Bread Dip with Herbs, Garlic, and Parmesan Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 2 teaspoons dried parsley; 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tablespoon seasoning blend; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

ByLuna Ryder January 2, 2026January 2, 2026

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Introduction

This Olive Oil Bread Dip is a flavorful and easy appetizer perfect for any occasion. Infused with a blend of herbs, garlic, and Parmesan, it pairs beautifully with fresh bread for dipping.

A white bowl is filled with a greenish-yellow liquid that has visible herbs and spices floating throughout, giving it a textured look. A woman's hand with purple nail polish is dipping a piece of crusty baguette bread into the liquid, with droplets hanging from the bread to show it's soaked. In the background, more pieces of the baguette are placed on a white plate. The setting rests on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine the dried oregano, basil, parsley, kosher salt, thyme, onion powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. This makes the seasoning blend. You will get about 3 tablespoons, enough for three batches.
Step 2: When ready to serve, mix 1 tablespoon of the seasoning blend with ½ cup olive oil, the minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese in a serving bowl. Stir well to combine.
Step 3: If possible, let the dip sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 4: Serve the dip alongside fresh no knead bread or your favorite crusty bread and enjoy.

Tips & Variations

Store the leftover seasoning blend in an airtight container for up to a month for easy future use.
For a spicier dip, increase red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Try using different grated cheeses like Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.
Use fresh herbs if available, but reduce quantities slightly as they are more potent than dried.

Storage

Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring it back to room temperature and stir well before serving. The olive oil may solidify when chilled, so warming it slightly helps restore the right texture.

How to Serve

A woman's hand with purple nail polish is dipping a piece of crusty bread into a white bowl filled with a golden yellow olive oil mix, speckled with green herbs and spices floating on the surface. The bread slice has a rough, airy texture with a crunchy brown edge and light soft inside, partially soaked with the oily herb mixture. Around the bowl, on a white marbled surface, are more pieces of light golden brown bread with airy holes. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can mix the dip and refrigerate it, but for best flavor, allow it to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.

What type of bread works best with this dip?

Crusty breads like no knead bread, baguette, sourdough, or ciabatta work wonderfully to soak up the rich and herby olive oil dip.