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Zesty Green Olive and Feta Cheese Dip

Zesty Green Olive and Feta Cheese Dip: Effortless Flavor Boost

Enjoy a Zesty Green Olive and Feta Cheese Dip that captures vibrant Mediterranean flavors in just a few minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 cup Green Olives Opt for pimento-stuffed for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Choose crumbled or block feta.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Always use freshly squeezed.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred.
  • to taste Black Pepper or Red Pepper Flakes Adds desired heat.

Equipment

  • Food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain the green olives thoroughly and place them in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Crumble the feta cheese into smaller pieces using a fork.
  3. Finely mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
  4. In a food processor, combine the drained olives, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Pulse until smooth yet slightly chunky.
  5. If too thick, drizzle in more olive oil or a teaspoon of water while blending until creamy.
  6. Transfer the dip into a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with herbs or olives.
  7. Allow the dip to chill for a few minutes or serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the dip to chill for at least an hour before serving to enhance flavor melding.

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