This Mediterranean Creamy Green Olive Dip has a smooth and savory texture. We prepare this creamy dip with green olives, Greek yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, oregano, black pepper, feta cheese, and a little water. This creamy dip contains only 3 g net carbs and 95 calories. You can make this creamy dip in just 10 minutes. This Mediterranean Creamy Green Olive Dip is ideal for Mediterranean diets, healthy snacking, family gatherings, holiday spreads, picnic meals, game days, meal prep, quick appetizers, snacks, and party platters. We refrigerate this dip for more than four days and freeze it for nearly one month, so you can easily prepare it earlier. You can serve this creamy dip with warm pita bread, whole-grain crackers, cucumber sticks, grilled chicken skewers, or Mediterranean veggie wraps.
STATS:
- Course: Appetizer, Dip, Snack
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook Time: Zero minutes
- Portion Size: 2 tablespoons
- Cooking Mode: No-Cook
- Total Servings: 8
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Total Time: 10 minutes
TOOLS:
- Food processor
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula (Rubber)
- Vessel
INGREDIENTS:
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- Green olives, one cup
- Olive oil, 2 tbsp.
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- Lemon juice, 1 tbsp.
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- Two tbsp. crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon water
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
GREEN OLIVES:
- To give the dip its savory and saline flavor, we utilize green olives. Additionally, you can use mixed, black, or Castelvetrano olives.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt gives this dip a creamy texture and increases its protein content. You can also use dairy-free yogurt, labneh, or sour cream.
OLIVE OIL:
- To give the dip a thick texture and real Mediterranean flavor, we add olive oil. You could also use avocado oil as an alternative.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice enhances the dip’s taste and adds richness. We might also utilize lime juice.
GARLIC:
- We use garlic to provide the dip’s fragrant taste and delicious depth. Another option is to use ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder.
PARSLEY:
- Freshness, color, and a subtle herbal flavor are all provided by parsley. You may swap it with fresh dill, basil, or cilantro.
OREGANO:
- To give the dip an earthy Mediterranean flavor, we add oregano. As an alternative, use Italian seasoning or thyme.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We strain and completely dry the green olives.
- Include feta cheese, olives, black pepper, Greek yogurt, oregano, olive oil, parsley, lemon juice, and garlic in a food processor.
- Blend them till they become silky and smooth.
- Include water if required to get a perfect consistency.
- Put it in a vessel and refrigerate for almost twenty minutes.
- Serve this creamy dip with sliced olives, parsley, and olive oil.
- TIPS:
- Include red pepper flakes to make this creamy dip spicier.
- We utilize high-quality olives for a perfect flavor.
- For a more silky consistency, blend it for an extended period.
- Refrigerate and then serve to provide enhanced taste.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAD AND CRACKERS:
- Warm Pita Bread
- Whole-Grain Crackers
- Toasted Baguette Slices
- Flatbread Wedges
- Seeded Crispbreads
FRESH VEGETABLES:
- Cucumber Sticks
- Carrot Sticks
- Celery Sticks
- Bell Pepper Strips
- Cherry Tomatoes
MAIN DISHES:
- Grilled Chicken Skewers
- Lamb Kebabs
- Falafel Patties
- Mediterranean Fish Fillets
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
SANDWICHES AND WRAPS:
- Mediterranean Veggie Wraps
- Chicken Pita Pockets
- Turkey Sandwiches
- Grilled Vegetable Paninis
- Feta Cucumber Wraps
PARTY APPETIZERS
- Antipasto Platters
- Cheese Boards
- Roasted Vegetable Trays
- Stuffed Mini Peppers
- Hummus Platters
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- This creamy dip should be kept in a covered vessel for no longer than four days.
FREEZER:
- Store this creamy dip for almost twenty to thirty days.
FAQs:
Could we utilize dried parsley?
- Yes, you can use one tbsp. of dried parsley as an alternative to fresh parsley.
Will we prepare this creamy dip earlier?
- Yes, you can make this creamy dip earlier, as it freezes for nearly thirty days.
May we utilize black olives as an alternative?
- Yes, you can use black olives instead, as they deliver a lightly sweeter and milder flavor.
Could we prepare this creamy dip dairy-free?
- Yes, you can use non-dairy feta and non-dairy yogurt to make this creamy dip without dairy.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 95 kcal
Sodium: 280 mg
Net Carbs: 3 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 2 g
Fats: 7 g
Proteins: 4 g
Portion Size: 2 tablespoons
Total Carbs: 4 g
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