Description
This creamy and flavorful Cream Cheese & Feta Olive Spread combines tangy feta, smooth cream cheese, and a mix of briny Kalamata and green olives, enhanced with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and oregano. Perfect as a chilled appetizer or snack served with crackers, pita bread, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
Olives & Flavorings
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Fresh black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Cream Cheese and Feta: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese and crumbled feta. Mix well until smooth and creamy to create the spread base.
- Add Olives and Seasonings: Stir in the chopped Kalamata olives, green olives, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Season: Add freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning by adding more lemon juice or oregano if preferred to enhance the flavors.
- Chill: Refrigerate the spread for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve chilled with crackers, pita bread, or fresh vegetables as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- Adjust lemon juice and oregano to suit personal taste preferences.
- Use pitted olives to avoid any unpleasant bites.
- Can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated for deeper flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: cream cheese spread, feta cheese spread, olive spread, Mediterranean appetizer, no cook appetizer, party dip, easy appetizer
