What Can I Cook With Olive Oil?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with olive oil
Got olive oil in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Olive Oil
Common Mistakes When Cooking Olive Oil
- ✕Don't heat extra virgin olive oil to high temps - use regular olive oil
- ✕Store olive oil away from light and heat
- ✕Don't keep olive oil for years - it goes rancid
- ✕Use extra virgin for drizzling, regular for cooking
- ✕Check expiration date - olive oil doesn't last forever
How to Store Olive Oil
Unopened olive oil lasts 18-24 months. Opened lasts 2-3 months for best quality.
Learn more about olive oil storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with only olive oil?
You can make Herb Infused Oil, Olive Oil Bread Dip, or use for roasting and sautéing vegetables.
Can I drink olive oil raw?
Yes, olive oil is often consumed raw in salad dressings and drizzled on food. Small amounts are safe to drink.
What is the fastest dish to make with olive oil?
Olive Oil Bread Dip is fastest - mix olive oil with herbs and spices. Takes 2 minutes.
Can olive oil be frozen?
Yes, olive oil can be frozen, but it becomes cloudy and thick. It returns to normal at room temperature.
What spices go well with olive oil?
Garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and lemon all enhance olive oil.