Description
This Cream Cheese & Olive Spread is a deliciously creamy and savory appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Combining softened cream cheese with chopped green and black olives, garlic and onion powders, and a touch of mayonnaise, this no-cook spread is packed with flavor and ready in just 10 minutes. Serve chilled with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables for an easy and crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup green olives with pimentos, finely chopped
- ¼ cup black olives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add olives and seasonings: Stir in the finely chopped green olives with pimentos and black olives, along with garlic powder, onion powder, and the chopped parsley if using. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Season to taste: Taste the mixture and add salt and pepper as needed to enhance the flavor.
- Chill the spread: Transfer the mixture to a serving dish, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the spread to firm up a bit.
- Serve: Serve chilled with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, pulse the spread mixture briefly in a food processor before chilling.
- This spread works wonderfully as a sandwich filling or as a topping for bagels.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
