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CREAMY KALAMATA OLIVE DIP

CREAMY KALAMATA OLIVE DIP

A smooth and savory Mediterranean-inspired olive dip blended with Greek yogurt and cream cheese, perfect for spreading or dipping.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups pitted kalamata olives
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup plain full fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Ensure cream cheese is softened at room temperature.
  2. Add kalamata olives, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper to a food processor.
  3. Blend while slowly drizzling in olive oil until smooth.
  4. Scrape down the sides and continue blending for 1 to 2 minutes until creamy.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl and create swirls on top.
  6. Drizzle with a little olive oil and garnish with whole olives.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Chill for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
  • Taste before adding salt since olives are naturally salty.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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