Herb Infused Olive Oil
A vibrant, pestolike herb oil emulsion combining fresh thyme, parsley, basil, and rosemary with quality olive oil and dry RC Hearty Foundations® Smart Sodium 400® Vegetable Base.
Yield / Servings
1 Quart Yield
Category
Sauces / Finishing Oils
Ingredients
6 Components
Fresh Thyme Leaves
½ cup
Fresh Parsley Leaves
½ cup
Fresh Basil Leaves
½ cup
Fresh Rosemary Leaves
¼ cup
RC Hearty Foundations® Smart Sodium 400® Vegetable Base
Dry base powder
¼ cup
Good Quality Olive Oil
1 qt.
Preparation Steps
1
Process Herbs & Seasoning Base
In a food processor bowl fitted with a steel blade, combine ½ cup fresh thyme, ½ cup fresh parsley, ½ cup fresh basil, ¼ cup fresh rosemary, ¼ cup dry RC Hearty Foundations® Smart Sodium 400® Vegetable Base, and 1 quart good quality olive oil.
2
Blend to Pestolike Consistency
Pulse and process ingredients continuously until finely puréed and emulsified into a smooth, pestolike consistency.
3
Store & Chill
Transfer the herb oil mixture to an airtight container or squeeze bottles and keep refrigerated below 40°F until ready for culinary service.
Chef Notes & Kitchen Advantages
Smart Sodium Flavor Boost: Using RC Hearty Foundations® Smart Sodium 400® Vegetable Base introduces savory garden vegetable complexity and subtle seasoning directly into the oil medium while keeping sodium levels strictly controlled for healthcare and wellness menus.
Culinary Finishing Ideas: Perfect for drizzling over artisan hearth breads, roasted Mediterranean vegetables, grilled seafood, pasta dishes, or caprese salads.