Recipes

A great dish for lovers of strong and spicy flavours! Try it hot for an unusual evening meal, accompanied by a sauce, or cold to take with you to the beach for lunch. We can guarantee it will win you over! Ingredients:1 cup of Colavita couscous1 cup of boiling water2 yellow or green courgettes100g of mixed tomatoes100g of coloured sweet peppers (optional)Fresh basil and oregano5 spoons of Colavita Extra Virgin Olive OilPrepare the couscous by covering it with boiling water and a spoon of extra virgin olive oil. Leave it covered for 5 minutes. Wash and slice the vegetables and...

The perfect lunch break or quick dinner recipe: a protein-rich salad with beans, fish (or meat if you prefer) and seasonal vegetables. Tasty and filling! Try out the mix of grilled octopus, red onion, herbs and Colavita red beans. A colourful, summery dish with intense flavours – perfect with a glass of white wine. Ingredients for 4 people: 400g of Colavita Cannellini beans400g of Colavita red kidney beans400g of octopus2 celery sticks with leaves1 bunch of parsley4 spoons of Colavita Extra Virgin olive oilSaltPepperBoil the octopus in salted water for 40 minutes.Wash the beans, drain well and place in a...

Ready for brunch? Enjoy this savoury pancake recipe with spring onion-infused oil, yoghurt and aromatic herbs – a light but delicious treat.Add our Colavita Premium Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil for a touch of class. Happy cooking! Ingredients: 100g flour¼ spoon of fine salt 1 spoon of yeast for desserts200ml water1 egg2 spoons of Colavita Extra Virgin olive oil2-3 fresh spring onions80g yoghurtA handful of mint and corianderAdd the flour, yeast and salt to the water, egg and a spoon of olive oil, and mix well (you can use an electric mixer) until the mixture is smooth. Wash and chop...

Looking for a quick and appetising recipe, perfect as a starter or aperitivo? Try this tasty chickpea hummus served with toasted pitta bread and our Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Ingredients: 400g of Colavita Chickpeas 2 spoons of tahini paste 1 spooks of Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 lemon Salt 1 garlic clove Pepper Paprika to garnish   Drain the chickpeas, keeping aside a little of the liquid. Place in a bowl with the 2 spoons of tahini paste and the juice of 1 lemon. Add the garlic clove, chopped finely, with the oil and a pinch of salt. Blend...