Olive Lover’s Dream Dip Recipe
Olive Lover’s Dream Dip is a creamy and flavorful appetizer that combines the briny richness of mixed olives with smooth cream cheese and a hint of garlic, all brought together by the richness of olive oil. Perfect for serving chilled as a spread for crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup mixed olives, pitted
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Prepare Ingredients: Pit the mixed olives if they are not pitted already, and mince a fresh garlic clove to ensure all flavors are fresh and vibrant.
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor or blender, combine the mixed olives, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, and olive oil.
- Process Until Smooth: Blend all ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency, scraping down the sides as needed to blend evenly.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold with crackers, bread, or fresh veggies.
Notes
- Use pitted olives to avoid unwanted pits in the dip.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference.
- For a tangier dip, you can add a teaspoon of lemon juice.
- This dip keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- To make it vegan, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based cream cheese alternative.
Keywords: olive dip, cream cheese dip, appetizer, Mediterranean dip, garlic dip, olive oil dip