Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip – Creamy Feta & Green Olive Spread Recipe
Indulge in the rich and tangy flavors of this Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip. A creamy blend of feta cheese, green olives, and aromatic seasonings, perfect for spreading on bread or dipping with veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Base
- 200 g green olives (pitted)
- 150 g feta cheese (crumbled)
- 100 g cream cheese (room temp)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of ½ lemon
Add-ins
- 1 roasted red pepper, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Topping (Optional)
- 2 whole green olives
- Drizzle of olive oil
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine green olives, feta, cream cheese, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and juice. Blend until smooth but slightly textured.
- Add chopped roasted red pepper, oregano, chili flakes, and black pepper. Pulse 2–3 times to mix while keeping some chunks.
- Spoon the dip into a jar or bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and top with whole green olives.
- Chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve with pita chips, crostini, or raw vegetables.
Notes
- Use quality olives like Castelvetrano or Manzanilla for better flavor.
- For a chunkier dip, chop ingredients by hand.
- Vegan option: substitute feta and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Serve as a sandwich spread or swirl into pasta for a bold sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 recipe (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 680
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 25
