Description
Green Olive and Feta Cheese Dip is a creamy, tangy, and bold Mediterranean dip made with salty feta, briny green olives, garlic, lemon zest, and a drizzle of olive oil — ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 3/4 cup pitted green olives (Castelvetrano or Manzanilla)
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional)
Instructions
1. Add crumbled feta and pitted green olives to a food processor.
2. Add garlic, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. Pulse until roughly chopped.
3. With the processor running, drizzle in olive oil and blend until smooth or slightly chunky.
4. For a creamier dip, add Greek yogurt and pulse again.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
– Use block feta in brine for best flavor and texture.
– Roast the garlic for a sweeter, milder flavor.
– Substitute red wine vinegar for lemon zest if needed.
– Vegan feta and yogurt can be used for a plant-based version.
– Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 370
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 25