Description
Dive into the bold, savory goodness of this Olive Lovers Dream Dip—a quick appetizer packed with Mediterranean flavors and creamy richness. Perfect as a healthy snack, easy dinner side, or party favorite, this easy recipe blends briny olives with smooth, tangy ingredients for a crowd-pleasing dish. Whether you’re looking for quick snack ideas, elegant appetizer spreads, or flavorful food ideas, this dip delivers irresistible taste in every bite.
Ingredients
1 cup Kalamata olives (pitted)
1 cup green olives (pitted)
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh dill or oregano (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Drain and pat dry the olives, then roughly chop them for easier blending.
2. Blend cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
3. Add olives, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, zest, and Parmesan cheese, then pulse to desired consistency.
4. Transfer to a bowl and fold in parsley and optional herbs.
5. Adjust texture and seasoning as needed.
6. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
7. Serve garnished with olive oil and herbs.
Notes
Use a mix of olives for deeper flavor and complexity.
Always taste before adding salt since olives vary in saltiness.
Chilling the dip enhances flavor and improves texture significantly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg