Herb-Infused Garden Olive Oil with Rosemary
A fragrant, versatile oil infused with garden-grown herbs, perfect for drizzling over bread or roasted vegetables. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian ready in about 10 minutes pairs fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, extra-virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 10, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 tbsp, leaves stripped fresh thyme
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a clean, dry 8-ounce jar, combine 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, finely chopped, 2 tbsp fresh thyme, leaves stripped, 1 clove garlic, minced, and 1/4 tsp sea salt.
- Step 2: Pour 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil over the herbs and garlic, ensuring all ingredients are fully submerged.
- Step 3: Seal the jar tightly and let steep at room temperature for 24 hours, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bottle for storage.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Garden Olive Oil with Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Garden Olive Oil with Rosemary?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh rosemary from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Garden Olive Oil with Rosemary?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Infused Garden Olive Oil with Rosemary for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Infused Garden Olive Oil with Rosemary?
Mediterranean vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
