Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip: Creamy, Tangy, and Irresistible Recipe
This Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip is a creamy, tangy, and irresistibly flavorful appetizer featuring a blend of green olives, feta, cream cheese, and a hint of lemon and roasted red pepper. Perfect for serving with pita chips, crostini, or fresh veggies, this dip combines Mediterranean-inspired ingredients for a delightful, textured spread that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups (serves 6-8 as a dip) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 200 g Green Olives (opt for Castelvetrano or Manzanilla for the best quality)
- 150 g Feta Cheese (choose block feta in brine for better texture)
- 100 g Cream Cheese (room temperature for easy blending)
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (enhances creaminess)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon Lemon Zest (adds brightness)
- ½ lemon Lemon Juice (providing acidity)
- 1 Roasted Red Pepper (chopped)
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- ½ tsp Chili Flakes (optional; adjust to taste)
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper (to taste)
Garnish
- 2 Green Olives (for garnish)
- Drizzle of Olive Oil (adds richness)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Mince the garlic and zest the lemon. Chop the roasted red pepper into small pieces and juice half a lemon.
- Blend Base Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the green olives, feta cheese, cream cheese, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pulse and blend until the mixture is smooth with a slightly textured consistency, about 30 seconds.
- Add Flavorings: Add the chopped roasted red pepper, dried oregano, chili flakes, and freshly ground black pepper to the food processor. Pulse 2 to 3 times to evenly mix but retain some chunks for texture.
- Transfer and Garnish: Spoon the dip into a serving bowl or jar. Drizzle with extra olive oil and place two whole green olives on top as garnish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and chill thoroughly.
- Serve: Serve the Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip with pita chips, crostini, or a selection of seasonal raw vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Use high-quality green olives like Castelvetrano or Manzanilla for the best flavor and texture.
- Room temperature cream cheese blends more easily and ensures a smoother dip.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level; omit if you prefer mild.
- For a vegan variation, substitute feta and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Keep leftovers refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days for optimal freshness.
- Serve chilled to enjoy the refreshing, tangy flavors at their best.
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