Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip: Creamy, Tangy, and Irresistible!
Indulge in the Mediterranean delight of Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip, a creamy and tangy appetizer that promises to elevate any gathering. This quick and easy recipe combines luscious feta cheese with vibrant green olives, creating a delectable spread that’s perfect for dipping with fresh veggies, crackers, or bread. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s ideal for last-minute parties or as a satisfying snack at home. Customize the flavors to your liking by adjusting herbs and spices, making this dip as unique as your taste buds desire. Serve it alongside an array of colorful accompaniments for an impressive presentation that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g Green Olives
- 150 g Feta Cheese
- 100 g Cream Cheese
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 Roasted Red Pepper (chopped)
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- Chili Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine feta cheese, cream cheese, green olives, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- Add the chopped roasted red pepper, oregano, chili flakes if desired, and black pepper. Pulse until well mixed but still textured.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Transfer to a bowl, garnish with green olives, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with vegetables or crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg