We know how much you love spending time at We Olive—sipping boutique wines, indulging in shareable bites, and making memories with friends. But sometimes, the best evenings are the ones spent right at home, wrapped in good conversation, laughter, and a delicious meal.
That’s why we love sharing recipes that bring the We Olive experience into your own kitchen. Whether you’re planning a cozy night in for yourself, a special dinner for two, or a gathering with friends, these four dishes will transform an ordinary evening into something unforgettable.
Using some of our favorite We Olive ingredients, this menu is designed to be elegant yet effortless—because great food should never be complicated.
The Menu: A Perfect Night In
This four-course meal is designed to be easy to make yet packed with gourmet flavors featuring We Olive’s artisan ingredients. Each dish highlights an olive oil, honey, or other hand-selected product to elevate your cooking.
- Appetizer: Whipped Ricotta with Lime & Sea Salt Honey
- Side: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Olive Oil & Crispy Pancetta
- Entrée: Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Orzo
- Dessert: Dark Chocolate & Olive Oil Mousse
Time to get cooking!
Whipped Ricotta with Lime & Sea Salt Honey
A creamy, slightly sweet ricotta spread that pairs beautifully with fresh berries and crostini. This light appetizer is the perfect way to start the meal with minimal effort but maximum flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta
- 2 tablespoons We Olive Lime & Sea Salt Honey
- 1 tablespoon We Olive Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
- Fresh blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries
- Crostini or toasted baguette slices
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the ricotta with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle in the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of honey, mixing to combine.
- Spoon the ricotta into a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to create swirls on top.
- Drizzle with the remaining Lime & Sea Salt Honey and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Serve with fresh berries and toasted crostini.
Why We Love It: The citrusy zing of Lime & Sea Salt Honey adds an unexpected depth of flavor, making this a simple but elegant way to start your meal.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Olive Oil & Crispy Pancetta
These crispy, caramelized Brussels sprouts get a bold, savory kick from We Olive Garlic Olive Oil and crispy pancetta or bacon. Perfectly golden on the outside and tender on the inside, this side dish will turn any Brussels sprouts skeptic into a believer.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 tablespoons We Olive Garlic Olive Oil
- 4 oz pancetta or bacon, diced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Toss the Brussels sprouts with Garlic Olive Oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread them onto a baking sheet in a single layer, cut-side down. Roast for 15 minutes.
- While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, cook the pancetta or bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- After 15 minutes, toss the Brussels sprouts and add the crispy pancetta (and walnuts/pecans if using). Roast for another 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm and enjoy the perfect balance of garlic, saltiness, and crunch.
Why We Love It: The Garlic Olive Oil enhances the Brussels sprouts without overpowering them, and the pancetta adds just the right amount of crispy, savory goodness.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Orzo
A light, citrusy entrée that feels restaurant-worthy but comes together in under 30 minutes. Featuring Meyer Lemon Olive Oil for a bright, fresh finish, this dish pairs beautifully with a glass of boutique white wine.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons We Olive Garlic Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons We Olive Meyer Lemon Olive Oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat Garlic Olive Oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Return the orzo and shrimp to the pan, drizzle with Meyer Lemon Olive Oil, and toss with lemon zest, basil, parsley, and Parmesan.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh herbs.
Why We Love It: The Meyer Lemon Olive Oil adds just the right amount of citrusy brightness, making this dish light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.
Dark Chocolate & Olive Oil Mousse
Rich, silky, and indulgent, this dark chocolate mousse gets a gourmet twist from We Olive Extra Virgin Olive Oil. The olive oil enhances the chocolate’s depth, creating an ultra-smooth texture.
Ingredients:
- 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), chopped
- ¼ cup We Olive Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 large eggs, separated
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Flaky sea salt for garnish
Instructions:
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a double boiler or microwave in short bursts. Stir in the Extra Virgin Olive Oil and honey. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk the egg yolks into the chocolate mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Fold into the chocolate mixture.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold into the mousse.
- Divide into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Garnish with flaky sea salt before serving.
Why We Love It: The olive oil adds a luxurious texture, making this an effortlessly elegant way to end the meal.
Ready to Bring These Flavors Home?
Stop by We Olive in Shreveport & Bossier City to grab the gourmet ingredients you need to recreate this feast in your own kitchen.
Shreveport – 6535 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA 71105
Bossier City – 2620 Beene Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71111
Open Daily: 10 AM – 9 PM
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