1. extra virgin - Noun
2. extra virgin - Adjective
extra virgin (not comparable)
Of a fine grade of virgin olive oil.
extra virgin (uncountable)
An olive oil of this grade.
extra-virgin (not comparable)
Alternative spelling of extra virgin
extra-virgin (uncountable)
Alternative spelling of extra virgin
extra-virgin
I love fresh citrus and always keep lemons, limes, and oranges on hand; they come in handy for spritzing up quickly grilled meats, seafoods, and vegetables, especially when followed up by a quick drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Emeril Lagasse
I always have a good quality extra virgin olive oil. A cheap quality oil will end up cheapening your dishes. And I love sweetening my dishes with maple syrup. It has a bit of a bitter kick at the end that works wonderfully in savory dishes. Nadia Giosia
I use a lot of spices, fresh veggies and fruit, extra virgin olive oil, nuts, avocado, soybeans and organic ingredients as often as possible. We need fat in our diets and using the healthier fats is key. Todd English
Increase your consumption of healthful fats like extra virgin olive oil, avocado, grass-fed beef, wild fish, coconut oil, nuts and seeds. At the same time, keep in mind that modified fats like hydrogenated or trans fats are the worst choices for brain health. David Perlmutter
A 2013 U.S. International Trade Commission report noted that even in Europe, the IOC standards are “widely unenforced,” allowing “a wide range of oil qualities to be marketed as extra-virgin.” Source: Internet
A drizzle of really fruity extra-virgin olive oil. Source: Internet