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Meyer Lemon Hummus

Ingredients 2 (15-oz.) cans no-salt-added chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved 5 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup tahini 1 Tbsp. We Olive Organic Meyer Lemon Olive Oil 5 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 Tbsp. reserved chickpea liquid 1 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt to taste Paprika or parsley sprigs for garnish, optional   Instructions Place ingredients, except for… read more

We Olive Italian Sandwich

This yummy sandwich is available at select We Olive locations. Ingredients Panini Bread or Ciabatta Bread 25 oz Shaved Cheese 1 oz of Salami .6 oz Pickled Onions 1 oz Prosciutto (hand-torn) 1 oz Roasted Tomatoes (chopped) .7 oz Arugula 1 oz Sweet Balsamic Mustard (.5 oz per side) We Olive Fresh Garlic Olive Oil… read more

Steak & Cheese with Grilled Onions & Peppers

We Olive EVOO is our main ingredient whenever we grill vegetables, and adding them into this steak & cheese will be a yummy dinner idea this summer!   Ingredients 4 tablespoons We Olive EVOO (or as needed) 1 sweet yellow onion halved and thinly sliced (2-inch slices) 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced 2 1/2 to 3 pounds petite sirloin thinly sliced sirloin 1 teaspoon … read more

Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Cocktail

Ingredients: 10 fresh blackberries, divided 1 Tbsp. agave syrup 2 tsp. We Olive Balsamic Vinegar 1.5 ounces vodka Crushed ice, about a handful Splash of ginger ale Directions: Add 7 blackberries and agave syrup to a cocktail shaker. Using a muddler or bottom of a wooden spoon, muddle until berries are broken down. Add Ginger Balsamic Reduction,… read more

Strawberry Balsamic Cocktail

Ingredients: Two ½ Lime Wedges Two ½ Rounds of Cucumber One Fresh Hulled Strawberry One Tbsp. Simple Syrup ½ Tsp We Olive Balsamic Vinegar ¼ Cup of Gin   Directions: Pour in a 16 oz mixing glass or cocktail shaker 4-5 times just to release juices and oils. Add ¼ Cup Gin. Transfer to a… read more

Lemon Cucumber Cocktail

Ingredients: 3 slices Cucumber 2 ounces Cucumber Vodka 3/4 ounce Simple Syrup 3/4 ounce Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice 1/4 ounce Meyer Lemon Olive Oil 1 Egg white Directions: Muddle cucumber slices in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients.  Add ice to the shaker to about 3/4 full and shake vigorously. Shake for 30-40 seconds and strain into a cocktail glass.… read more

Balsamic Peach Spritz Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon We Olive White Balsamic Peach Vinegar 1-ounce vodka (optional) 3-4 ounces prosecco, chilled We Olive Fresh Basil Olive Oil, for serving (optional) fresh basil leaves and sliced peaches, for serving   Directions: In a cocktail shaker or glass jar, combine the peach jam, balsamic vinegar, and vodka – if using, and shake well to combine.… read more

Greek Yogurt Dill Pickle Dip

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles 1 tablespoon We Olive Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon onion powder 1 tablespoon pickle juice 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill   Directions: Place all ingredients into a medium bowl and mix to combine Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container up to 3… read more

Fresh Basil Pesto Dip

Ingredients: 3 cups packed fresh basil 2/3 cup  We Olive Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted until golden and cooled 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2-3 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste Directions: In a food processor or blender, combine basil and about 2 tablespoons of the extra virgin olive… read more

Roasted Beet Dip

Ingredients: 2 cups roasted beets (2–3 small-medium beets) 8 cloves roasted garlic 1/2 cup fresh parsley 1/2 cup fresh basil 1/2 cup raw walnuts, whole or chopped 1/4 teaspoon salt Freshly ground pepper, to your liking 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey, agave, or maple syrup (optional but recommended) 4 tablespoons We Olive Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tablespoon water Directions: In… read more