Olive Oil Recipes
Discover delicious recipes featuring olive oil and olives, from traditional Mediterranean classics to modern culinary creations.
Popular Recipes
Classic Greek Salad
Easy15 minutesServes 4Salad
Ingredients
- 4 large tomatoes, cut in wedges
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 200g feta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Oregano, salt, pepper
Instructions
- 1Combine tomatoes, cucumber, and onion in large bowl
- 2Add feta cheese and olives
- 3Whisk olive oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper
- 4Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently
- 5Let sit 10 minutes before serving
Olive Tapenade
Easy10 minutesServes 6Appetizer
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed olives, pitted
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp capers
- 4 anchovy fillets (optional)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary)
Instructions
- 1Pulse olives, garlic, capers, and anchovies in food processor
- 2Slowly add olive oil while processing
- 3Add lemon juice and herbs
- 4Pulse until desired consistency (chunky or smooth)
- 5Serve with bread, crackers, or vegetables
Lemon Olive Oil Cake
Medium1 hourServes 8Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1.5 cups flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- 2Whisk olive oil and sugar until combined
- 3Add eggs one at a time, then milk
- 4Mix flour, baking powder, lemon zest
- 5Combine wet and dry ingredients
- 6Bake 45-50 minutes until golden
- 7Brush with lemon juice while warm
Cooking with Olive Oil
Choosing the Right Oil
- Extra virgin for finishing and dressings
- Pure olive oil for high-heat cooking
- Flavored oils for specific dishes
- Fresh oil for maximum flavor
Cooking Techniques
- Don't overheat extra virgin olive oil
- Add oil to warm, not hot, pans
- Use oil for marinades and rubs
- Finish dishes with a drizzle of good oil
Flavor Pairings
- Citrus enhances olive oil flavors
- Herbs complement olive dishes
- Garlic and olives are classic
- Cheese pairs beautifully with olive oil
Recipe Categories
Salads & Dressings
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Appetizers
12 recipes
Main Dishes
18 recipes
Bread & Baking
8 recipes
Marinades
10 recipes
Desserts
6 recipes
Preserves
7 recipes
Infused Oils
9 recipes