Dessert

Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip – Creamy Feta & Green Olive Spread Recipe

ByRafael Mansero November 8, 2025November 8, 2025

Introduction

This Olive Lovers’ Dream Dip is a creamy, tangy spread bursting with the flavors of feta and green olives. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, it combines a smooth texture with zesty lemon and savory herbs for an irresistible treat.

A clear glass jar filled with a creamy dip featuring small pieces of green herbs and red bits mixed in, creating a textured surface. The dip is topped with a shallow pool of golden olive oil in the center, holding two large, shiny green olives. The jar is held close-up by a woman's hand with a natural background blurred out, and the focus highlights the dip’s moist, chunky texture with visible herbs and spices. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

200 g green olives (pitted)
150 g feta cheese (crumbled)
100 g cream cheese (room temperature)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of ½ lemon
1 roasted red pepper, chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 whole green olives (optional, for topping)
Drizzle of olive oil (optional, for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: In a food processor, combine the green olives, feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Blend until the mixture is smooth but still slightly textured.
Step 2: Add the chopped roasted red pepper, dried oregano, chili flakes if using, and freshly ground black pepper. Pulse 2 to 3 times to mix everything while keeping some chunks for texture.
Step 3: Spoon the dip into a jar or bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and top with whole green olives if desired.
Step 4: Chill the dip for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 5: Serve the dip with pita chips, crostini, or fresh raw vegetables for dipping.

Tips & Variations

For a milder dip, reduce the amount of garlic or omit chili flakes.
Swap roasted red pepper for sun-dried tomatoes for a different depth of flavor.
Use Kalamata olives instead of green olives for a richer, fruitier taste.
If you don’t have a food processor, mash ingredients with a fork or potato masher for a chunkier texture.

Storage

Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving. It can be served chilled or at room temperature. If the dip thickens after refrigeration, simply let it sit out for 15 minutes and stir in a little olive oil to loosen.

How to Serve

A close-up of a food arrangement on a white marbled surface featuring a large block of white feta cheese sprinkled with green herbs and drizzled with olive oil on a piece of brown parchment paper, positioned to the right. In front of the cheese, there are two small piles of dried herbs and chili flakes. To the left of the cheese, a black bowl holds shiny green and dark purple olives. Behind the olives, two small white bowls contain white chopped garlic and creamy white cheese cubes. Two halved lemons are placed behind the cheese, and a small glass jar filled with golden olive oil is set near the lemons. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, this dip develops even better flavor if made a few hours ahead or the day before. Just keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.

Is this dip suitable for a vegetarian diet?

Absolutely! All ingredients are vegetarian-friendly, but double-check that the feta cheese you use is made without animal rennet if following strict vegetarian guidelines.