Cream Cheese Olive and Nuts Spread
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this creamy, flavorful Cream Cheese Olive and Nuts Spread! Perfectly whipped cream cheese is blended with the brininess of green and black olives, the crunch of toasted almonds and walnuts, and a delightful medley of garlic, oregano, and fresh lemon juice. This no-cook, 15-minute recipe is a showstopper for parties or casual snacking, delivering a rich, savory spread that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it chilled alongside crackers, artisan bread, or crisp vegetable sticks for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s bursting with texture and Mediterranean-inspired goodness. Ideal for quick preparation and packed with bold flavors, this spread will surely become a favorite appetizer or snack option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup green olives (pitted and chopped)
- 0.5 cup black olives (pitted and chopped)
- 0.25 cup walnuts (chopped)
- 0.25 cup almonds (chopped and toasted)
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator about 15 minutes before starting the recipe to soften it slightly for easier mixing.
In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and use a spatula or hand mixer to whip it until smooth and creamy.
Add the chopped green olives, chopped black olives, walnuts, toasted almonds, garlic powder, dried oregano, and lemon juice into the bowl with the cream cheese.
Drizzle in the olive oil and sprinkle in the salt and black pepper.
Gently mix all the ingredients together until they are evenly incorporated. Be careful not to overmix to maintain some texture from the nuts and olives.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding a pinch more salt or pepper to taste.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of chopped nuts or a few whole olives for presentation.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve with crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.7 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.3 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 4104 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 485 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 783 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
