Description
This creamy and tangy Green Olive Dip combines the briny flavor of pitted green olives with smooth cream cheese and sour cream, enhanced by olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or snack, it’s easy to prepare and pairs wonderfully with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
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Green Olive Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a food processor, add the pitted green olives, softened cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and black pepper to start forming the dip base.
- Pulse to Blend: Pulse the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides occasionally. For a chunkier texture, pulse just until combined without fully pureeing.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dip and add more lemon juice or black pepper as needed to balance the flavors to your preference.
- Garnish: Transfer the dip into a serving bowl and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for color and freshness.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately with pita chips, crackers, or an assortment of fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- The dip can be refrigerated for up to 2 days in an airtight container; allow it to come to room temperature before serving.
- Use oil-cured or Spanish green olives for a more intense olive flavor.
- This dip pairs well with crunchy vegetables like celery, carrots, and bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: Blending/Pulsing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: green olive dip, creamy olive dip, appetizer, Mediterranean dip, party dip, easy dip recipe
