How to Use olive oil in a Sentence

olive oil

noun
  • The rich and grassy olive oil, and the buttery pine nuts.
    Yotam Ottolenghi, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2023
  • That way, the holes can catch the fig mash and olive oil.
    Christian Reynoso, Bon Appétit, 12 Sep. 2022
  • In a sauce pot, start to sweat the leeks in a bit of olive oil.
    Wendy Hu, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2021
  • Add the fish and turn to coat in the olive oil mixture.
    Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 31 May 2022
  • While the chicken rests, heat the olive oil in a saute pan.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 8 Feb. 2022
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and stir to coat the rice.
    G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 12 Jan. 2023
  • The thing that is the most consistent is the olive oil.
    Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Add the vinegar and olive oil and whisk to make the dressing.
    Georgeanne Brennan, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
  • With a sour cream and olive oil base, the cake stays moist and tender.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 7 July 2023
  • Bottles of red wine and olive oil on the kitchen counter.
    Washington Post, 27 Jan. 2022
  • Drain, transfer to a large bowl, add the olive oil and stir to coat.
    Robin Miller, USA TODAY, 22 Jan. 2023
  • Drizzle in enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
    Laura McLively, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2024
  • It's dressed with olive oil, lime juice and maple syrup.
    The Week Uk, theweek, 8 Sep. 2024
  • Toss the squash slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2024
  • With the machine running, add the olive oil in a steady stream.
    The View, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2023
  • The models on our list can hold up to 17 ounces of olive oil.
    Jordan Liberty Phillips, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
  • Brushed with olive oil, the pita needs just a few minutes for the meat to cook and the bread to crisp.
    Reem Kassis, Washington Post, 30 Oct. 2023
  • Add enough olive oil to cover the herbs, then freeze overnight.
    Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Sprinkle with half of the salt, then drizzle with half of the olive oil.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 27 July 2022
  • In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat, and add the bacon.
    Jonathan Miles, Field & Stream, 15 Nov. 2023
  • Grill up slices of country bread brushed with olive oil to eat on the side.
    Sunset Staff, Sunset Magazine, 25 July 2024
  • Brush the cut sides with the orange juice and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.
    BostonGlobe.com, 26 Oct. 2021
  • Aside from its rich taste coaxed in fruity olive oil, a tin is often less than four bucks.
    Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 May 2026
  • Add the vanilla and olive oil and mix them in.
    Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 9 May 2026
  • Add the flatbreads one at a time, brushing with olive oil first to get them extra crispy.
    The Week Uk, TheWeek, 9 May 2026
  • Niacinamide, olive oil, and tea tree oil help balance and hydrate.
    Aimee Simeon, Glamour, 7 May 2026
  • Add 1/3 cup olive oil and remaining eight oregano sprigs and four garlic cloves.
    Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2026
  • Drizzle with olive oil and serve.
    Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
  • The release adds that each wrap is made with an olive oil tortilla and most have at least 40 grams of protein.
    Erin Clements, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
  • Lemon-olive oil dressing balances fresh Mediterranean flavors in this potato salad.
    Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 5 May 2026

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