How to Use extra-virgin in a Sentence

extra-virgin

adjective
  • Use extra-virgin olive oil, not the light kind.
    — Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
  • This is the time to use an extra-virgin olive oil or a mild oil, like canola or grapeseed.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Serve it with rice tossed with some lemon zest, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh tarragon and green peas.
    — Andrews McMeel Syndication, arkansasonline.com, 19 June 2024
  • Drizzle on enough extra-virgin olive oil to coat the farro when tossed.
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Stir in red-wine vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil until smooth.
    — Alyson Sheppard, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
  • Heat ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high.
    — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Stir in 1/2 cup of extra-virgin olive oil, and season to taste.
    — Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2025
  • Swap out extra-virgin olive oil for the butter; and dill and parsley for the basil and thyme.
    — Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 29 Aug. 2024
  • Save extra-virgin olive oil for salads or low-heat cooking.
    — Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 28 Nov. 2025
  • Toss with extra-virgin olive olive oil to coat and then stir in zest of 1 lemon and season with salt.
    — Hailee Catalano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Heat ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil in a large high-sided skillet over medium.
    — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
    — Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
  • Heat ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil and 3 Tbsp.
    — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
    — Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 28 May 2024
  • Heat ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil in a large high-sided skillet over medium-high.
    — Leah Donnella, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Place it on a sheet of aluminum foil and drizzle on 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil.
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and season with black pepper.
    — Selma Brown Morrow, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Reduce heat to low and mix ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 Tbsp.
    — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Add a glug of extra-virgin olive oil and heat over medium until shimmering.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 5 Mar. 2026
  • It’s sustainably sourced from northern Spain and packed in extra-virgin olive oil.
    — Mackenzie Chung Fegan, Bon Appétit, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Stir in extra-virgin olive oil and cubed unsalted butter, then use clean hands to pinch this into a soft, crumbly blend.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • The main ingredient in the dressing is extra-virgin olive oil.
    — Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 13 June 2026
  • Dry them thoroughly, then transfer to a jar with a few parsley sprigs and cover with extra-virgin olive oil.
    — Katie Parla, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Stir together 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil and 1/4 cup basil pesto in a large bowl.
    — Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2025
  • Drizzle ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil and 2 Tbsp.
    — Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Season the veal with salt and black pepper to taste, then drizzle lightly with extra-virgin olive oil and rub evenly to coat.
    — Tony Ferrari, Saveur, 15 May 2024
  • The key is to use high-quality, pure extra-virgin olive oil, as well as a product that's fresh and properly stored.
    — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Recipe information Prepare a grill for high heat; oil grate with extra-virgin olive oil.
    — Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 June 2026
  • Meanwhile, heat ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil in a medium Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-low.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 June 2026
  • With the motor running, drizzle in about 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, forming a rich green paste.
    — Julia Turshen, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024

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