Whole30 Mediterranean Olive Oil Dip

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Whole30 Mediterranean Olive Oil Dip. Bursting with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and fresh herbs like parsley and basil, this dip is enhanced with the bold umami of Kalamata olives and capers for a tangy Mediterranean twist. A touch of fresh garlic, tangy lemon juice, and red wine vinegar create a balanced, zesty base, while a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes adds subtle heat. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is Whole30-compliant, gluten-free, and perfect for dipping fresh veggies or drizzling over salads. A must-try for fans of wholesome, clean-eating dips that don’t skimp on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cups Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Capers, drained and chopped
• 0.25 cups Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, chopped basil leaves, and minced garlic.

Step 2

Add in the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and capers. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Add the chopped Kalamata olives to the herb mixture and gently mix.

Step 4

Slowly pour the extra virgin olive oil into the mixture while stirring continuously to emulsify the ingredients.

Step 5

Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to taste. Adjust the seasoning as desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a dip with fresh vegetables or drizzle over salads. Alternatively, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(378.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1149.5

Total Fat 124.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2612.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.9g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 274.7mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 828.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 92.5%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 5.7%