5 UNEXPECTED FOODS THAT PAIR WELL WITH OLIVE OIL

ICE CREAM

The surprisingly delicious pairing of olive oil and ice cream is great because it creates the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The olive oil makes the ice cream taste even richer. We recommend trying it over dark chocolate, coffee, or lemon ice cream.

FRUIT SALAD

Sweet and tangy fruit becomes enhanced when combined with olive oil. Tangy citrus fruits tend to complement EVOO nicely, so consider adding slices of oranges and grapefruit to the mix. Fresh mint or basil can help to enhance a fruit salad as well.

CHEESECAKE

Olive oil can be used in your cheesecake recipe, or drizzled on top of cheesecake. You can also incorporate it into the graham cracker crust for another great mix of sweet and savory elements.

First things first: Choosing the right oil can really elevate your dish! When it comes to using olive oil as a garnish or pairing it with desserts and gourmet products, the quality of the oil is very important. Look for olive oil that is extra virgin and cold pressed to ensure it’s high quality. Click here to learn about Kefi Life® extra virgin olive oil.

COFFEE

Adding some form of fat to coffee is a long-standing practice all around the world, especially in the Himalayas. A great way to balance the natural acidity of coffee with fat.

MASHED POTATOES

Consider switching things up and using extra-virgin olive oil instead of butter in your mashed potatoes! Adding EVOO instead of butter is a much healthier option and it gives it a fresh taste. We reccomend mixing EVOO into the mashed potatoes and also using it as a garnish to help lock in moisture and add to the aesthetic.