Description
This creamy and tangy Olive Dip combines green olives with a blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, mozzarella, and sour cream, enhanced with Italian seasoning and spices. Perfectly smooth or slightly chunky, this versatile dip is great for serving with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables, making it ideal for gatherings or snacks.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 10 ounces green olives with pimento, drained (can use sliced or whole olives)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, to taste (optional, add if needed)
Optional Garnish
- whole or sliced olives
- green onions
- parsley
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the green olives, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella, sour cream, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika into a food processor.
- Process the Mixture: Blend until the mixture reaches your desired consistency, whether smooth or a bit chunky, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed to ensure everything is well incorporated.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the dip and add kosher salt if necessary, keeping in mind that olives may already contribute sufficient saltiness.
- Chill: Transfer the olive dip to a serving bowl, cover it, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up.
- Serve: Serve the dip chilled with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables. Optionally garnish with whole or sliced olives, green onions, and parsley for extra color and flavor.
Notes
- This dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing is not recommended as it may alter the texture and consistency of the dip.
- Adjust the salt based on the saltiness of the olives used to avoid over-salting.
- The dip can be made smoother or chunkier depending on your preference by adjusting processing time.
