Dear fellow food-lover,

Olive oil is the heart and soul of the Mediterranean Diet, but how do you know which kind to buy?

We asked four olive oil experts to share their wisdom. Here's how to shop for, select, and use a healthy and delicious tasting olive oil.

Happy cooking from the team at Oldways!
Your Guide to Olive Oil
We called upon several experts to clear up confusion and myths about olive oil, and share tips for making a delicious choice the next time you shop.
A perfect balance of salty olives and artichokes and sweet, fresh tomatoes! This salsa is delicious on whole grain toasts or as a dip for vegetables. Use an extra-virgin olive oil to bring it all together. Because the oil is not cooked, the flavor will come through in this dish.

Recipe courtesy Meatless Monday . An Unsplash photo
The next time you need an easy appetizer, turn to this Feta and Olive Oil Dip. Season with your favorite fresh or dried herbs, and be sure to use extra-virgin olive oil for the highest quality flavor. 

An Oldways recipe and photo
The flavor of olive oil (perhaps a Greek variety!) will shine in this classic Mediterranean dish. Paximadia was “invented” by Greek housewives, and this hard bread with tomatoes, cheese, and olive oil is eaten all over Greece. Nearly every region has its own “recipe.”

An Oldways recipe and iStock photo
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