Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip

Creamy • Zesty • Mediterranean-Inspired

Description

This dip is made for true olive lovers! A rich, creamy base is blended with briny olives, fresh herbs, garlic, and bright lemon for a classic Mediterranean flavor profile. It’s perfect as an appetizer, mezze platter addition, sandwich spread, or veggie dip—simple ingredients, big taste.

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

¾ cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
¼ cup cream cheese, softened
½ cup mixed olives, finely chopped
- (Kalamata, green olives, Castelvetrano—your choice)
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely minced
Zest of ½ lemon
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, finely chopped
½ tsp dried oregano
Black pepper, to taste

Optional add-ins:

1 tbsp capers (chopped)
Pinch of chili flakes
Crumbled feta for topping

Instructions

Make the creamy base
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt and cream cheese until smooth.
Add flavor
Stir in chopped olives, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, herbs, and black pepper.
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Serve
Spoon into a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with herbs or feta if desired.

Serving Suggestions

With warm pita or flatbread
As a dip for cucumbers, carrots, and bell peppers
Spread on sandwiches or wraps
Part of a Mediterranean mezze board

Q & A

Q: Can I make this dip ahead of time?
A: Yes! It tastes even better after chilling. Make up to 24 hours in advance.

Q: Is this dip healthy?
A: Yes—rich in healthy fats from olives and olive oil, plus protein from Greek yogurt.

Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Absolutely. Use dairy-free yogurt and vegan cream cheese.

Q: How salty is this dip?
A: Olives are naturally salty, so extra salt usually isn’t needed.

Q: Can I blend it instead of chopping?
A: Yes! For a smoother, spreadable dip, pulse everything in a food processor.

Q: What olives work best?
A: Kalamata add depth, green olives add brightness—using a mix gives the best flavor.