Description

The Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip blends briny green olives, tangy feta, and silky cream cheese with bright lemon and olive oil for a rich, savory spread that feels both rustic and elegant. Perfect for mezze boards, wine nights, or holiday appetizers — and dangerously addictive

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

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Instructions

1️⃣ Blend the Base

In a food processor, combine green olives, feta, cream cheese, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
Blend until smooth but still slightly textured.
🫒⏱️ 1–2 minutes

2️⃣ Add Flavor & Texture

Add the chopped roasted red pepper, oregano, chili flakes, and black pepper.
Pulse 2–3 times, just until combined — keep some chunks for texture.
🌶️⏱️ 30 seconds

3️⃣ Finish & Chill

Spoon the dip into a bowl or jar.
Drizzle with olive oil and top with whole green olives.

Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

Serve chilled or at room temperature with:

Pita chips
Crostini
Crackers
Raw vegetables