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Creamy Feta & Green Olive Spread

Creamy Feta & Green Olive Spread for Irresistible Snacking

A creamy feta & green olive spread that transforms snacking into a Mediterranean feast!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 200 g Green Olives Use high-quality pitted olives like Castelvetrano or Manzanilla.
  • 150 g Feta Cheese Block feta in brine yields the best texture and flavor.
  • 100 g Cream Cheese Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Drizzle extra on top when serving.
  • 1 Garlic clove Minced; adjust based on preference.
  • 1 Lemon Zest Zest before juicing.
  • ½ Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best results.
  • 1 Roasted Red Pepper Chopped; jarred options save time.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano A Mediterranean essential.
  • ½ tsp Chili Flakes Optional; adjust to taste.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper For seasoning; add to taste.
For Serving (Optional)
  • Whole Green Olives Use for garnish.
  • Drizzle of Olive Oil Just a touch on top.

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine green olives, feta cheese, cream cheese, and extra virgin olive oil. Add minced garlic, lemon zest, and juice. Pulse until smooth but textured.
  2. Incorporate chopped roasted red pepper, dried oregano, chili flakes, and black pepper. Pulse 2 to 3 times to combine while maintaining some chunkiness.
  3. Transfer the dip into a serving dish, drizzle extra olive oil on top and garnish with whole olives.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve with pita chips, baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 50gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 330mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the dip before serving and use high-quality ingredients.

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