Paleo Fresh Greek Herb Oil
This herb-infused oil is the kind of condiment that quietly transforms everything it touches — a drizzle over grilled chicken, a glossy finish on roasted vegetables, and suddenly a simple plate feels like something special. Every ingredient here is completely whole-food and plant-based, which means it fits naturally into a grain-free, ancestral way of eating without any workarounds or substitutions. Garlic-infused olive oil forms the backbone, carrying the brightness of fresh oregano, thyme, and rosemary through a gentle low-heat infusion that coaxes out maximum flavor without frying the herbs. A hit of lemon zest stirred in off the heat keeps things lively and aromatic, while a pinch of red pepper flakes adds just enough warmth to make it interesting. The technique is straightforward — warm, steep, strain — and the result is a deeply fragrant finishing oil that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. Keep a jar in the fridge and you have an instant upgrade ready for whatever comes off the grill or out of the oven all week long.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
8 servings
- ½ cup garlic-infused olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest (from about ½ lemon)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Combine the garlic-infused olive oil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small saucepan over low heat. Warm gently until the herbs are fragrant and tiny bubbles just begin to form around them, about 3–4 minutes — do not let the oil simmer or the herbs will fry rather than infuse.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Let the oil steep off the heat for 30 minutes, until cooled to room temperature and deeply fragrant.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!