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Name: Mediterranean Olive Dip with Feta and Cream Cheese – Easy Appetizer
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 200 g pitted green olives; 150 g crumbled feta cheese; 100 g cream cheese (room temperature); 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 minced garlic clove; Zest of 1 lemon; Juice of ½ lemon; 1 chopped roasted red pepper; 1 tsp dried oregano; ½ tsp chili flakes (optional); Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 whole green olives; Drizzle of olive oil

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Mediterranean Olive Dip with Feta and Cream Cheese – Easy Appetizer

July 17, 2026

Calling all olive enthusiasts! This Olives Recipes favorite combines briny green olives with tangy feta and creamy cream cheese for a dip that's pure perfection. It's the ultimate Appetizers Savory starter, ready in minutes and bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Whether you're dipping crusty bread or crunchy veggies, this Olive Dip For Bread will be the star of your table.

Mediterranean Olive Dip with Feta and Cream Cheese – Easy Appetizer

Inspired by classic Mediterranean Olive Dip, we've added roasted red pepper and oregano for a vibrant twist. The Olive Dip Cream Cheese base makes it extra luscious, while lemon zest brightens every bite. Serve it as a spread or a side—this Healthy Vegetable Spreads recipe is versatile and addictive. Get ready to fall in love with Recipes With Olives all over again!

Mediterranean Olive Dip with Feta and Cream Cheese – Easy Appetizer

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.7 (42 ratings)

⏱️ Prep: 15 mins 🍳 Cook: 0 mins 🍽️ Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the dip

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

For topping

2 whole green olives Drizzle of olive oil

Instructions

Combine: green olives, feta, cream cheese, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a food processor. Blend until smooth but still slightly textured.
Add: chopped roasted red pepper, oregano, chili flakes, and black pepper. Pulse 2–3 times to mix, keeping some chunks.
Spoon: the dip into a serving bowl or jar. Drizzle with olive oil and top with whole green olives.
Chill: for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve: with pita chips, crostini, or raw vegetables.