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Olive Lovers Dream Dip

A harmonious blend of olives, creamy base, and fresh herbs makes this dip a luxurious and comforting crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dairy Base
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese (for a lighter option, use Greek yogurt)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or dairy-free yogurt)
Olive Mixture
  • 1 cup mixed olives (Kalamata and green work beautifully)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or fresh, chopped if you have it)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley (for garnishing, optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by pitting and roughly chopping your chosen olives.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
  3. Drizzle in olive oil, then add minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, and seasonings.
  4. Fold olives into the cream mixture until everything is beautifully combined.
  5. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle chopped parsley on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Feel free to get creative! Consider adding crushed red pepper or capers for extra flavor. The dip can be prepared in advance and tastes even better after chilling.

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