Creamy Green Olive Dip (Printable Recipe)

Creamy, briny dip made with chopped green olives, cream cheese, and a hint of garlic. Perfect for entertaining.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

01 - 1 cup pitted green olives, chopped
02 - 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
03 - ½ cup sour cream
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon olive brine (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Chop the green olives into small pieces. Set aside.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
03 - Stir in the chopped olives, garlic powder, lemon juice, black pepper, and olive brine (if using).
04 - For a smoother dip, blend the mixture in a food processor until desired consistency is reached.
05 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
06 - Serve chilled with crackers, chips, baguette slices, or fresh veggies.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Refrigerating the dip enhances flavor development and ensures a cohesive texture.