Anyone else love the bread dip from Carrabba's? Now you can make this yummy Carrabba's olive oil bread dip at home in minutes! Have a jar of this handy, just add olive oil and serve with your favorite warm bread for an instant appetizer!
One of my favorite parts of eating out is the yummy bread dip that's served at restaurants. I especially love the dip from Carrabba's and after learning how easy it was to make from home, there was no turning back!
There are different copycat versions of this dip. Some use fresh herbs, some use dried, and some use fresh garlic. I make mine using all dried herbs.
That way, I can keep a jar mixed up and ready to go any time I want. Instant appetizer - or am I the only one that could make a meal of warm bread dipped into olive oil and herbs?
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Ingredients
To make this easy 5 minute appetizer, you'll need the following bread dipping spices:
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Black Pepper
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Rosemary
- Dried Basil
- Dried Parsley
- Granulated Garlic
- Kosher Salt
Olive oil for serving.
Expert Tip - you can also add fresh minced garlic and grated parmesan cheese when mixing the spices with olive oil.
To make this easy olive oil bread dip, just mix the ingredients together! That's it.
I like to keep mine in a small mason jar. When you're ready for your appetizer (or lunch if you're me!) just spoon 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture into a small bowl and pour over the olive oil!
This is so good! I now keep a jar of it handy at all times. In about 5 minutes you can have one of the best appetizers or snacks (or again lunch!) that you can eat.
Sometimes I add fresh garlic and sometimes grated Parmesan cheese, but you don't even have to do that, it's good just the way it is.
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Expert tip - this also makes a great seasoning for salad dressing. I just add about ½ teaspoon to a classic oil and vinegar dressing. It would be great with my Lemon Vinaigrette.
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Recipe
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Carrabba's Bread Dip
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tbsp granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a jar.
Bill says
Best version I've tried. Thanks!
Pam Greer says
So glad you liked it!
Lyrica says
This was actually very good! I was craving this dip, as Carrabba's is probably my favorite restaurant right now but I mostly prefer to cook my own food since most restaurants these days are terrible. It is very similar- if not exactly the same- as their recipe, I would say. The only thing I would change next time I make it is to add a little less red pepper flakes- maybe just do a teaspoon on that spice instead of tablespoon. Otherwise, super good!!
Veronica says
How much olive oil do you add?
Pam Greer says
I usually just put about a teaspoon of the dry spices in a small bowl and pour in some olive oil, usually about 1/2 cup of olive oil. It depends on how strongly spiced you want it.
Kalie Ann says
Hello! Do you use a half a cup of olive oil Per 1 tablespoon? I noticed the recipe stated 1 tablespoon… But the comment area stated 1 teaspoon. I just want to clarify. I’m so excited to try this recipe.
Pam Greer says
Honestly, I don't really measure I just pour olive oil over it until it looks good. You can use as much or as little of the seasoning per olive oil as you'd like.
Amy says
Could someone please suggest the best type of olive oil? I know extra virgin is usually suggested, but there are multiple types such as “bold” and “robust.” I have never found the perfect oil for this recipe!
Thank you!
Pam Greer says
I usually get fancier olive oils from TJ Maxx, Marshalls or Home Goods.
Amy says
Ahhh…TJMaxx…one of my favorite stores! I will definitely go there for some. Thank you for the suggestion, and I am looking forward to making this as part of my son’s birthday dinner this weekend! Blessings to you!
Kathy says
We like Colavita. It is the olive oil Carrabbas uses. Extra virgin, cold pressed
K.S. says
A friend and I went to Carrabba's for their wine pairing dinner last Tuesday, and we couldn't stop eating their bread dipped in oil. Fast forward, today I wanted to jazz up some leftover potatoes and found your recipe. I'm going to brush this mixture on the smashed red potatoes and cook them in the oven. Thanks!
Pam Greer says
Oh, that sounds good! Let me know how the potatoes turn out!
Shannon says
Hi! What type of olive oil works best?
Pam Greer says
Try to find one from a single region, it will have better flavor.
Donna Kapes says
Organic olive oil from Morocco has the highest nutrients and polyphenols and tastes great. I buy Atlas, single farm, on Amazon (no shipping).
Faye says
Anxious to try this recipe
Dolores says
This recipe was perfect!!! We had Carrabba nite at our house and everyone was impressed! Thank you for sharing this. I just need to ask for the perfect bread suggestion please? I tried Publix Italian bread, sliced in half and wrapped in foil and warmed in the oven and sliced before serving and it just didn't "do it".
Pam Greer says
You need a ciabatta bread! Even Publix ciabatta is pretty good, but a local bakery would be even better!
Colleen says
that seems like a lot of pepper
Pam Greer says
You can adjust it if you'd like. You are only scooping up a bit of it with each bite, none of the spices overwhelm.
veenaazmanov says
Very creative and best to check out to making this amazing Dip. I love such delicious and yummy appetizers. Makes my evening special.
Noelle says
So delicious, everyone loved it and are already requesting it again! Thanks for the great recipe
Beth says
This is such a great idea! One of my favorite appetizers! I'm definitely making a batch!
Angela says
WOW! That is super easy! I love that you can make a quick dressing out of the spice mix also.
Pam says
What a great idea to have the mixture made ahead of time! And no.... you're not the only one who could make a meal off of this!
white says
i used fresh basil, yummy!
onebadpr24 says
Thanks so much for this recipe! My husband and I are stationed overseas in Japan and have been craving foods from home! Thanks!!
Kevin says
Sounds tasty. I recently tried dipping bread in olive oil and dukkah.
Pam says
Peter, Marjie, Anh, Kalyn, Gay Carillo, and SueCooksWild - thanks for the interest in this recipe. I just realized that the one I make is actually a little different. Instead of garlic powder it calls for granulated garlic. I just use a little garlic salt in addition to the fresh garlic. So, if you make it with the garlic powder, please let me know how it is.
Katiez and Vegeyum, there is no self control when eating bread dipped in this. On the plus side, we have no stale bread getting moldy when I have this in the fridge!
SueCooksWild says
Thanks so much for this recipe! We have a Carraba's within walking distance of our house and it is one of my favorite Italian eateries also. We can order carry out and have it home in an instant. I agree with you that their bread and dipping oil/herbs are the best. Now I can make it at home also thanks to you.
Gay Carrillo says
I love this one and will try it myself one of these days.
VegeYum says
I love olive oil with bread. And then to have it with herbs - even better. Any hints to maintain self control?
Kalyn says
Yes, I'd have a serious self control problem with this too, just like Katie. But it sounds fantastic. OK, I'm saving the recipe just in case I weaken and decide to make it.
katiez says
I would not even THINK of making this...I'd never stop eating the bread! Warm bread, olive oil, and all those wonderful flavors? Oh my!
Anh says
Yum yum! I am currently trying to make different type of dips/spreads that can be stored for a few days and broght to work. Yours comes handy, thanks! 🙂
Marjie says
OOOH, OOOOH, OOOH! I want some! You bet I'll be trying this!
Peter M says
I like these flavoured oils and it's a "no brainer" to try this out, thanks!