Description
A luscious Mediterranean dip that combines green olives, cream cheese, and Greek yogurt for a deliciously tangy and creamy appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives)
Instructions
- Gather ingredients: Start by measuring out all your ingredients.
- Combine in processor: In your food processor or blender, combine the green olives, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Blend until smooth: Pulse the mixture until it transforms into a luxurious, creamy dip. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: Give it a try! Adjust the salt, pepper, or lemon juice as per your palate’s desire.
- Transfer & chill: Spoon the dip into a serving bowl, and sprinkle with fresh herbs if you choose. Chill in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: This dip actually gets better with time! You can prepare it a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: dip, Mediterranean, appetizer, creamy, olives