5 Recipes That Let Polyphenol-Rich Olive Oil Shine
Polyphenol rich olive oil is the best of the best when it comes to quality and taste. Most extra virgin olive oils include at least some polyphenol content, since polyphenols are compounds that come from the olives themselves. Polyphenol rich olive oils, however, are crafted with extra care and attention in order to preserve as many delicate polyphenols as possible. The result is an extra virgin olive oil of superior quality, taste, and nutrition value.
Due to its superior quality, polyphenol rich olive oil has a uniquely outstanding taste. It is often described as pungent, bitter, grassy, or “having a bite”. Because of its nuanced flavor, cooking, especially with high heat, is not a great use of polyphenol rich olive oil. Heat damages the polyphenols that both give the oil its superior taste and convey many of its associated health benefits. That said, polyphenol rich olive oil is an excellent choice for a healthy diet when used as a finishing oil or in recipes designed to allow its delicate nature to take center stage.
Not sure what to prepare to feature your polyphenol rich olive oil? Here are five of our Frantoio Grove favorites:
If you’re hosting a party: Roasted Tomatoes and Burrata
Ready to show off your fancy new olive oil for friends and family? This crowd pleasing recipe featuring simple ingredients like fresh tomatoes and basil takes less than an hour to prepare, but will leave your guests raving about polyphenol rich olive oil long after your party is over.
If you’re celebrating soup season: Tuscan White Bean and Kale Soup
If cold weather or the common cold has you craving hot soup, we can’t recommend this one enough. With antioxidant-rich kale, nourishing white beans, and polyphenol rich olive oil to top it off, you’ll be warmed up and recovered in no time!
If you need an easy side dish that can keep up with your farm fresh veggies: Quick and Easy Polenta
Polenta is a versatile grain that shines as a side dish or the main event. If you’re lucky enough to be stocked up on farm fresh veggies, polenta is a perfect pairing. Whatsmore, this recipe can be prepared on the stovetop or in an Instant Pot. (And if you’re not sure yet what to make with those veggies, may we suggest our Gilroy ratatouille?)
If you’re craving carbs: Corn and Basil Cream Pasta
Let’s be honest. Is there anything better than fresh, creamy pasta with vegetables and herbs on a summer night? Add a glass of sauvignon blanc and a drizzle of Frantoio Grove EVOO to your meal, and you’ll be in heaven. If you can never return to pasta without polyphenol rich olive oil, don’t say we didn’t warn you!
For your sweet tooth: Peach and Olive Oil Gelato
Two important details on this one: the olive oil simply must be polyphenol rich olive oil (try ours!) and the gelato simply must be served in tiny dishes with tiny spoons. Trust us on this one!
Each of these recipes shows off the excellence of polyphenol rich olive oil. You can purchase Frantoio Grove's award-winning polyphenol rich EVOO here today!
