Olive Dip
Creamy, savory, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Olive Dip is the perfect appetizer for any gathering or a quick snack to elevate your day. Featuring a harmonious blend of tangy green and black olives, rich cream cheese, and zesty garlic, this dip is effortlessly whipped together in just 10 minutes with the help of a food processor. A splash of lemon juice and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil add a bright, silky finish, while fresh parsley and a dusting of paprika provide a pop of color and freshness. Pair this luscious dip with crackers, pita chips, or crisp veggies for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for parties, holiday spreads, or everyday indulgence, this Olive Dip is a must-try recipe for olive lovers and Mediterranean cuisine enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup green olives (pitted)
- 1 cup black olives (pitted)
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 clove garlic clove (minced)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (for garnish)
Instructions
Place the green olives and black olives in a food processor and pulse until roughly chopped.
Add the cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, and black pepper to the food processor.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add additional black pepper or a pinch of salt, depending on preference.
Transfer the olive dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle the top with paprika for garnish.
Serve immediately with crackers, pita chips, or fresh vegetables, or refrigerate for up to 3 days before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.8 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.5 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 287 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 5920 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 710 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 577 mg | 12% | |
*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.
