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

  1. 1Combine tomatoes, cucumber, and onion in large bowl
  2. 2Add feta cheese and olives
  3. 3Whisk olive oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper
  4. 4Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently
  5. 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

  1. 1Pulse olives, garlic, capers, and anchovies in food processor
  2. 2Slowly add olive oil while processing
  3. 3Add lemon juice and herbs
  4. 4Pulse until desired consistency (chunky or smooth)
  5. 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

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. 2Whisk olive oil and sugar until combined
  3. 3Add eggs one at a time, then milk
  4. 4Mix flour, baking powder, lemon zest
  5. 5Combine wet and dry ingredients
  6. 6Bake 45-50 minutes until golden
  7. 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

15 recipes

Appetizers

12 recipes

Main Dishes

18 recipes

Bread & Baking

8 recipes

Marinades

10 recipes

Desserts

6 recipes

Preserves

7 recipes

Infused Oils

9 recipes