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Tomatillo Salsa Verde with EVOO

Tomatillo salsa verde

This quick and easy home-made tomatillo salsa verde is one of my favorites because it is super healthy, fresh, and simple to make. Salsa verde is really easy to make from scratch, all you need are tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, lime, and cilantro, and of course … fresh EVOO (extra virgin olive oil). All you need… read more

Olive Oil Pie Crust

This olive oil pie crust recipe was developed by Chef Lauren Mahlke and it’s a genius alternative to butter or shortening. We like it with a mild, buttery or fruity olive oil like Arbequina. Swap out this olive oil pie crust dough in any of your favorite pie recipes. Makes 1 single pie crust Ingredients… read more

Marinated Cheese

Marinated cheese is your new favorite recipe Marinated cheese is incredibly easy to make and endlessly adaptable with different flavor combinations and olive oils. You can serve marinated cheese with toasted baguette, cracker and veggies as an appetizer or add it to your favorite sandwich, salad or pizza. And the leftover oil? It’s fantastically flavorful… read more

Kale Salad with Butternut Squash and Almonds

This Kale Salad with Butternut Squash and Almonds from Bon Appetit is simple and simply delicious. The sweet roasted squash plays on the saltiness of the Parmesan and the nutty crunch of almonds. We love this with a roast chicken or with the addition of some barley or farro to give it a little more… read more

Peppadew Cheese Dip

Peppadew Cheese Dip Our peppadew cheese dip is a riff on classic pimiento cheese dip and uses peppadew peppers in place of pimientos. It’s creamy and cheesy with a hint of smoke and jalapeno from two of our bestselling olive oils. It comes together in minutes and will be a hit at your next party. Or… read more

Grilled Chicken with Mint Pine Nut Gremolata

Grilled chicken gets an instant upgrade with this zesty herb sauce for an anything-but-average meal. It also works well with fish, meat and veggies! This recipe originally appeared on My Recipes. Ingredients Gremolata: 1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind 2 garlic cloves, minced 4… read more

Sweet Potatoes with Orange-Mint Gremolata

We Olive’s Blood Orange Olive Oil adds the perfect amount of flavor to this simple sweet potato recipe! This recipe comes from Kimberley Kausen of Flavorful California, Cooking Classes for the Home Cook. Serves 10 ¼ cup Blood Orange Olive Oil 6 tablespoons butter 4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch dice (about… read more

Blood Orange & Maple Olive Oil Granola

This heart-healthy granola is made with Blood Orange Olive Oil and maple syrup and is addictively sweet and salty. If you don’t have Blood Orange Olive Oil, a good-quality California Extra Virgin Olive Oil works well. Serve with plain Greek yogurt for a satisfying breakfast or snack. Makes about 8 cups 3 cups old-fashioned rolled… read more

Parmesan Asiago Dip

This 3-ingredient dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that comes together in a snap, making it perfect for entertaining. Makes about 1 ½ cups Ingredients ¼ cup We Olive Parmesan Asiago Dip ¼ cup We Olive Extra Virgin Olive Oil, plus more for drizzling 8 ounces goat cheese Crackers and fresh veggies for serving In a… read more

Savory Yogurt with Balsamic Tomatoes & Cucumber

This savory yogurt recipe is satisfying and delicious and only 150 calories to boot! The Aged Balsamic Vinegar adds a sweet counterpoint to tangy Greek yogurt and robust EVOO. This is our go-to snack when we need an energy boost for an evening workout. Serves 1 Ingredients 1/3 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 1/3… read more