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No-Cook Creamy Black and Green Olive Dip

A close-up of a creamy, light-colored olive dip garnished generously with chopped fresh chives.

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Make this simple, cold olive dip in under 10 minutes. It combines black and green olives with creamy cheese for an easy appetizer perfect for parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pitted black olives, drained
  • 1 cup pitted green olives, drained
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place the drained black olives, green olives, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper into a food processor.
  2. Process the ingredients until the mixture is mostly smooth but still has some texture remaining. Do not over-process into a thin paste.
  3. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to incorporate all ingredients.
  4. Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Transfer the creamy olive dip to a serving bowl.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley, if using.
  7. Serve immediately with crackers, pita bread, or vegetable sticks for a quick appetizer.

Notes

  • For a thicker, more spreadable texture, chill the dip for 30 minutes before serving.
  • If you do not have a food processor, you can finely chop the olives by hand and mix vigorously with the other ingredients in a bowl.
  • This dip works well as a savory appetizer or a last-minute snack.

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