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Creamy Feta & Green Olive Recipe

Creamy Feta & Green Olive Recipe


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4.7 from 9 reviews

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Description

Indulge in the creamy goodness of this flavorful Creamy Feta & Green Olive dip, a Mediterranean-inspired appetizer that pairs perfectly with pita chips or crusty bread.


Ingredients

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Feta & Olive Dip:

  • 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup pitted green olives
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Additional:

  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
  • Pita chips or crusty bread for serving

Instructions

  1. Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine feta cheese, green olives, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  2. Transfer and Garnish: Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
  3. Serve: Serve with pita chips, crackers, or crusty bread.

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes before blending.
  • This dip can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator—just bring it to room temperature before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Dip
  • Method: No-Cook, Blending
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 430mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg