Description
A creamy and tangy Green Olive and Feta Cheese Dip that’s bursting with briny flavor the perfect appetizer for Mediterranean platters, holiday gatherings, or easy snacking.
Ingredients
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cream cheese
1/2 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
Optional: a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. In a food processor, combine feta, yogurt (or cream cheese), olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in chopped green olives and herbs; pulse a few times to mix while keeping small olive chunks.
4. Taste and adjust with lemon juice or pepper as needed.
5. Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
6. Top with extra chopped olives, herbs, and a pinch of chili flakes if desired.
7. Serve with pita chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
Notes
You can make this dip a day in advance — it actually tastes better as the flavors meld.
Try adding sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for extra depth.
Pairs perfectly with Mediterranean appetizers or grilled meats.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: green olive feta dip, Mediterranean appetizer, whipped feta, party dip, easy snack