Pasolivo Olive Oil Light And Fruity For Spring

As the temps warm up it's time to think of lighter fare such as barbecues and salads. with that comes Pasolivo Olive Oil, an incredibly light oil that comes in  different flavors.This is unusual in itself and this difference makes for all sorts of great and innovative dishes,

Pasolivo Ranch has been producing this fine oil for the last ten years in the lush valleys north of San Luis Obispo , California. It's an area known for its'  olive oil, almonds and wine.The company, owned by the Dirk family not only produces the artisanal oil but also a unique variety of vinegars, blended spices along with everything  olive and olive  oil.(their tapas are on my next must buy list) There are different kinds  of flavored olive oils that will work well with this season's  barbecues and salads. Flavors include basil,  and lime along with lemon, citrus and extra virgin. There is also the one of a kind rosemary, this last is always made at home by oil enthusiasts.Try theirs instead to save yourself some work.Another plus is the cool retro like containers, small metal containers with easy to use  pop up lids.

I love Paolivo's oils. Usually there is some snobbery when dealing with California and/or American pressed olive oils however that disappears with one taste. The extra virgin is so incredibly light.There is no after taste and it would be perfect in any tomato sauce recipe and salad. Definitely use in it making a heavenly aglia olio one.. I like the fruity and refreshing flavor of the lime infused one too.It's good mixed with sea salt and drizzled on grape tomatoes but also use it in guacamole. Olive oil gives the avocado dish a smoothness and body , the lime version would do this along with accentuating the taste. Any of the Pasolivo olive oils would be great as a marinade for barbecue. Use the hearty basil for  roast beef  and while chicken and fish  can get a fruit bath in any of the citrus infused ones. There is a recipe for cake and ice cream on the website that calls for the original. I would sub in the citrus flavored ones for a creamy and smooth texture and flavor.

Pasolivo Olive Oils are perfect for the season coming up. Use them  drizzled on fresh veggies or marinating barbecue meats. Even try them as an interesting ingredient in ice creams and cakes. They are wonderful and unique.