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Olive Dip Recipe

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A creamy, tangy olive dip combining sour cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, and flavorful olives, perfect for serving with pita crackers as an easy appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

Dip Ingredients

  • 8 oz. full fat sour cream, room temperature
  • 8 oz. full fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
  • 1 tablespoon olive brine
  • 5.75 ounce jar olives, drained and chopped (slice a few for garnish before chopping the rest)
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Serving

  • Pita crackers for serving

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: Add the cream cheese, sour cream, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried minced onion, olive brine, and a couple large pinches of kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper into a medium bowl.
  2. Mix until smooth: Use an electric mixer to whip all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring even texture and flavor.
  3. Fold in olives: Gently fold the chopped olives into the creamy mixture to distribute them evenly without breaking them down too much.
  4. Season and garnish: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish the top with a few sliced olives for an attractive presentation.
  5. Serve: Serve the olive dip chilled or at room temperature with pita crackers for dipping. Enjoy as a delicious appetizer or snack.
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Notes

  • Use full-fat dairy for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
  • Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste and the saltiness of the olives.
  • This dip can be made ahead and refrigerated for a few hours to allow flavors to meld.
  • Variations can include using green olives, Kalamata olives, or a mix of both for different olive flavors.
  • Serve with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for a versatile appetizer.

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