Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip – Creamy Feta & Green Olive Spread Recipe
A creamy and flavorful dip combining tangy feta, briny green olives, and roasted red pepper, seasoned with garlic, lemon, and oregano. Perfect as a spread or appetizer served with pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 1 ½ cups of dip (serves 6) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 200 g green olives (pitted)
- 150 g feta cheese (crumbled)
- 100 g cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of ½ lemon
Add-ins
- 1 roasted red pepper, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Topping (Optional)
- 2 whole green olives
- Drizzle of olive oil
Instructions
- Blend Base Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the pitted green olives, crumbled feta cheese, room temperature cream cheese, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Blend until the mixture is smooth but still retains a slightly textured consistency.
- Add Flavorings: Add the chopped roasted red pepper, dried oregano, optional chili flakes, and freshly ground black pepper to the processor. Pulse 2 to 3 times to mix thoroughly while keeping some chunks for texture.
- Assemble Dip: Spoon the prepared dip into a serving jar or bowl. Drizzle the top with a bit of olive oil and garnish with two whole green olives for presentation.
- Chill: Refrigerate the dip for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully.
- Serve: Present the dip chilled alongside pita chips, crostini, or raw vegetables for dipping and enjoying.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase chili flakes according to taste.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier blending.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Use good quality extra virgin olive oil for best flavor.
- Roasted red pepper can be substituted with roasted yellow or orange peppers for a sweeter profile.
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