Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip Recipe
The Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip Recipe is bold, salty and full of flavor. It is perfect for parties and snacks. This dip is easy to make and very tasty.
Ingredients
- Cream cheese – 8 ounces softened
- Sour cream – 1 cup
- Green olives – 1 cup chopped
- Black olives – 1 cup chopped
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
- Red onion – ¼ cup finely chopped
- Fresh parsley – 2 tablespoons chopped
- Salt – ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Crushed red pepper – ¼ teaspoon optional
Instructions
Soften the Cream Cheese
- Leave cream cheese out for 15 minutes. Soft cheese mixes easier and smoother.
Chop the Olives
- Chop green and black olives into small pieces. This helps the dip spread well.
Mix Cream Cheese and Sour Cream
- In a bowl, add cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add Olives and Onion
- Add chopped olives and red onion to the bowl. Stir gently to combine.
Add Seasoning
- Add garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
Add Olive Oil
- Pour olive oil over the dip. Stir until the dip looks shiny and smooth.
Add Parsley
- Add chopped parsley and mix lightly. This adds fresh flavor and color.
Chill the Dip
- Cover the bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes. This helps the flavors blend.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the dip cold. Add extra olives on top if you like.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easy mixing.
- Chop olives finely for smooth texture.
- Chill the dip for best flavor.
- Add crushed red pepper for heat.
- Use a food processor for a smoother dip.