Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip

🛒 Ingredients:

For the Dip
* 200 g Green Olives opt for Castelvetrano or Manzanilla for the best quality
* 150 g Feta Cheese choose block feta in brine for better texture
* 100 g Cream Cheese room temperature for easy blending
* 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil enhances creaminess
* 1 clove Garlic minced
* 1 lemon Lemon Zest adds brightness
* ½ lemon Lemon Juice providing acidity
* 1 Roasted Red Pepper chopped
* 1 tsp Dried Oregano
* ½ tsp Chili Flakes optional; adjust to taste
* Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
For the Garnish
* 2 Green Olives for garnish
* Drizzle of Olive Oil adds richness

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1️⃣ In a food processor, combine green olives, feta, cream cheese, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth yet slightly textured, about 30 seconds.
2️⃣ Introduce the chopped roasted red pepper, dried oregano, chili flakes, and black pepper. Pulse 2–3 times just to mix, keeping some chunks for texture.
3️⃣ Spoon your Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip into a serving bowl or jar. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with whole olives on top.
4️⃣ Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5️⃣ Serve with pita chips, crostini, or seasonal raw veggies.

⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes

🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving – Estimated):
Calories: 1393 kcal
Protein: 33 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fat: 129 g