Mediterranean Sun Dried Tomato Garlic Olive Oil Dip
If you’re searching for an impressive appetizer that captivates your guests and tantalizes your taste buds, this Mediterranean Sun Dried Tomato Garlic Olive Oil Dip is the answer. Bursting with vibrant flavors from sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs, this dip is perfect for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to lively get-togethers. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it allows you to focus on enjoying the moment rather than spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it with crusty bread, pita chips, or fresh veggies and watch it become a beloved favorite at your gatherings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (preferably oil-packed)
- 2–3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Handful of fresh basil
- Handful of fresh parsley
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1/4 cup pine nuts or walnuts (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes. If they are not oil-packed, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes to soften.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- In a medium bowl, mix the chopped tomatoes and minced garlic with olive oil.
- Chop and add the fresh basil and parsley to the mixture.
- Squeeze in lemon juice and stir well.
- If using, coarsely chop the pine nuts or walnuts and fold into the dip.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow the dip to sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg