Description
Olive Lovers Dream Dip is a creamy, briny, flavor-packed appetizer that comes together fast and makes any snack table feel special. This easy recipe is perfect for party food, holiday appetizers, quick entertaining, and simple food ideas when you need a crowd-pleasing dip for crackers, bread, or fresh veggies.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chopped green olives
1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives
1/4 cup chopped black olives
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for garnish
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
1. In a medium mixing bowl, stir the softened cream cheese and sour cream until completely smooth and creamy.
2. Add the chopped green olives, Kalamata olives, black olives, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
3. Mix until everything is evenly combined and the olives are well distributed throughout the dip.
4. Fold in the chopped parsley and give the dip one final stir.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can blend and the texture can firm up slightly.
6. Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, and top with extra chopped olives or parsley if desired.
7. Serve chilled with crackers, toasted baguette slices, pita chips, or crisp vegetables.
Notes
Drain the olives very well so the dip stays thick and creamy instead of watery.
Let the cream cheese soften fully before mixing for the smoothest texture.
For the best flavor, make the dip a few hours ahead and chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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