Manufacturer: Trader Joe's
Brand: Trader Joe's
Residing on parallel peninsulas that jut south into the Mediterranean, Greeks and Italians both inhabit regions amenable to olive growth and oil production. However, these two cultures disagree about which acidic flavors to pair with their extra virgin. While Italians usually prefer ripe, red tomatoes, Greeks often choose sunny, yellow lemons for acidic contrast to the smooth fruitiness of olive juice. Having spent extra time recently on the Balkan Peninsula, we've embraced this lemon-oil partnership, a fact confirmed by our most recent Greek product, Trader Joe's 100% Greek Olive Oil and Lemon Juice. The name of our 100% Greek Olive Oil and Lemon Juice doubles as its ingredient list. It is simply extra virgin olive oil and real concentrated lemon juice. Both ingredients come from the same region in Greece, and both are native to that Greek region, lending a special authenticity to this item's origins. How to enjoy it? Drizzle as-is over salad, freshly cooked pasta, or grilled fish. For a more complex dressing, combine 1â„2 cup of this oil with 1â„2 tbsp. of TJ's Dijon Mustard, some grated lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste before tossing with greens and a medley of Mediterranean veggies. For a cheesy Greek dip, combine 1 cup of feta cheese, 1 garlic clove, and 6 tbsps. of Greek Oil and Lemon Juice in a blender and serve with Trader Joe's Pita Bite Crackers.
