Filema – basil olive oil 250 ml
Basil has something about it that immediately gives an impression of freshness – especially with simple ingredients. Filema basil is a flavored extra virgin olive oil with a herbal basil note, perfect for tomatoes, salads, and pasta. The 250 ml bottle is ideal if you like to season quickly but subtly, without heavy sauces.
Origin and Ingredients
Flavored olive oil from the Filema brand, origin: Greece / Crete.
Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil + basil composition (e.g., basil/basil flavor).
Taste and Character
Olive finish and a herbal, fresh basil accent. Best used cold or as a finishing touch – that's when the basil aroma is most noticeable and "pure." This is a good olive oil for dishes where simplicity and lightness are key.
Culinary Uses
- tomatoes on a plate: olive oil + salt + pepper
- salads: green salads, tomato with feta or cheese
- pasta: simple sauces, vegetables, pasta with cheese
- pizza and pita: a few drops after baking
- croutons and sandwiches: a little olive oil under toppings
- vegetables: roasted bell pepper, zucchini, eggplant (finish on the plate)
Pairing Suggestions
It pairs best with tomatoes, cheeses, and vegetables. If you're making a mezze-style platter, add olives, bread, and feta – and use the basil olive oil as a quick, aromatic finish.
Key Benefits
- herbal basil note → fresh character in simple dishes
- extra virgin olive oil base → clean, olive finish
- versatile → tomatoes, salads, pasta, pizza, vegetables
- 250 ml → convenient capacity for regular use
- best cold and as a finish → basil aroma is noticeable
- helps season without heavy sauces
Specification
| Producer / Brand |
Filema |
| Origin |
Greece / Crete |
| Ingredients |
extra virgin olive oil + basil composition [to be confirmed on the label]
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| Allergens |
None (olive oil is not an allergen according to standard lists). [If the manufacturer states "may contain traces" – add as per label]
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| Capacity |
250 ml |
| Storage |
according to information on the packaging |
| Best before date |
according to information on the packaging |
How to Use
- for tomatoes and salads: add at the end and mix
- for pasta: drizzle after cooking, just before serving
- for pizza: add after baking, not before
- for croutons: drizzle bread before adding toppings
FAQ
1) Is this olive oil only for salads?
No – it's also great with tomatoes, pasta, croutons, and pizza.
2) Is the basil strongly noticeable?
It's usually distinct, but intensity depends on the recipe. Start with a smaller amount.
3) Can it be used for frying?
This is a flavored olive oil – best used cold or as a finish, after preparing the dish.
4) How to store after opening?
According to the information on the packaging; typically: at room temperature, away from sunlight.
5) What does it pair best with?
With tomatoes, salads, and pasta, as well as a finish for pizza and vegetables.
Who will it be perfect for?
- for people who like a fresh, herbal accent in their cooking
- for fans of simple dishes: tomato, cheese, pasta, vegetables
- for those who want to season quickly and without heavy sauces
Pairs with
- Kalamata olives
- feta
- olive paste / tapenade
- Greek oregano (for salads and tomatoes)
- wine vinegar or lemon (for dressings)
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