Creamy Feta & Green Olive Spread
This spread blends creamy feta with briny green olives, yogurt, garlic, and olive oil to create a smooth, savory dip. It’s perfect for Mediterranean-style snacking, party boards, sandwiches, and veggie platters.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Blend Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Ingredients
Base Spread:
1 ½ cups feta cheese, crumbled (block feta works best)
½ cup green olives, pitted
3 tbsp Greek yogurt or thick plain yogurt
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small garlic clove (or ½ if you prefer mild)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1–2 tbsp brine from the olive jar
Seasonings:
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp black pepper
Optional: a pinch of paprika
Toppings:
Chopped green olives
A drizzle of olive oil
Chopped fresh parsley
Lemon zest
Instructions
Step 1: Add Ingredients to Processor
In a food processor or blender add:
Feta
Green olives
Yogurt
Olive oil
Garlic
Lemon juice
Olive brine
Oregano & black pepper
Step 2: Blend Until Creamy
Blend for about 1 minute until smooth and spreadable.
If too thick → add 1–2 tsp olive oil or yogurt.
If too salty → add a bit more yogurt.
Step 3: Chill
Transfer to a bowl, smooth the top, drizzle olive oil, and garnish with chopped olives or herbs.
Chill 20 minutes for the flavors to develop.
Tips
Use Castelvetrano olives for a buttery, mild flavor.
Add roasted garlic for a sweeter, deeper taste.
For extra creaminess, add 2–3 tbsp cream cheese.
Serve cold — it thickens and tastes even better.
How to Serve
Perfect with:
Pita bread or pita chips
Crackers or baguette
Veggie sticks
Mezze boards
Sandwiches or wraps
Stuffed into cucumbers or cherry tomatoes
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I freeze this spread?
Better not — feta becomes grainy after freezing.
Q: How long does it last?
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 4–5 days.
Q: Can I use black olives instead?
Yes, but green olives give a fresher and buttery flavor.
Nutritional Information
Approx.:
Calories: 80
Carbs: 1g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 7g