Description
This creamy, tangy spread is perfect for crackers, pita, or as a sandwich filling. With the richness of cream cheese and feta, paired with the briny olives, it’s a crowd-pleasing dip or appetizer!
Ingredients
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- 16 ounces cream cheese (or American Neufchâtel), softened
- 1 cup sliced green olives with pimientos
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons olive brine from the jar of olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sliced olives with pimientos, mayonnaise, and olive brine.
- Mix Well: Stir or beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Feta: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with crackers, crostini, pita bread, or vegetables like carrot sticks and celery.
- Use it as a dip for pita chips or tortilla chips.
- Spread it on sandwiches or wraps.
Notes
- For a spicier spread, add finely chopped jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce.
- Adjust the amount of feta cheese to your liking.
- If the spread is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of milk or cream to thin it out.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg