Here’s a simple, flavorful green olive dip you can whip up in minutes—great with pita, crackers, grilled veggies, or as a sandwich spread.
🫒 Green Olive Dip (Mediterranean-style)
Ingredients
- 1 cup green olives, pitted (Castelvetrano are excellent)
- 1–2 cloves garlic
- 2–3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or red wine vinegar)
- 1–2 tbsp capers (optional, but adds depth)
- 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro
- ½ tsp dried oregano or cumin
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of chili flakes or a small green chili
Instructions
- Add everything to a food processor.
- Pulse until chunky or smooth—your choice.
- Taste and adjust lemon, oil, or seasoning.
- Chill 15–30 minutes for best flavor.
Serve with
- Warm pita or flatbread
- Crackers or crostini
- Grilled fish or chicken
- Spread inside wraps or sandwiches
Variations
- Creamy version: Blend in 2–3 tbsp Greek yogurt or labneh
- Nutty version: Add 2 tbsp toasted almonds or walnuts
- Middle Eastern twist: Add ½ tsp ground coriander + a drizzle of olive oil on top
If you want, tell me what you’re serving it with and I can tailor the flavors.
