Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip – Creamy Feta & Green Olive Spread
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip – Creamy Feta & Green Olive Spread! This Mediterranean-inspired dip combines tangy feta cheese with briny green olives and a touch of lemon for a creamy, zesty treat that will have everyone coming back for more. Perfect for family gatherings or casual night-ins, it’s a versatile appetizer that pairs beautifully with your favorite dippers like pita chips, crostini, or fresh veggies. Whip it up in just 10 minutes and make it ahead of time for ultimate convenience. Your guests will love this easy yet flavorful addition to any spread!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 (240g total) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g pitted green olives
- 150 g crumbled feta cheese
- 100 g cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 minced garlic clove
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 roasted red pepper (chopped)
- Dried oregano
- Chili flakes (optional)
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend green olives, feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and juice until smooth but slightly textured.
- Mix in chopped roasted red pepper, oregano, chili flakes (optional), and black pepper. Pulse briefly to combine.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with whole green olives and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg