Green Olive Onion Cream Cheese

Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly savory, this Green Olive Onion Cream Cheese spread is a delightful twist on a classic favorite that will elevate your appetizer game. Featuring velvety softened cream cheese blended with caramelized yellow onions, briny green olives, and a hint of garlic, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of bold and creamy flavors. A touch of black pepper and salt enhances the taste, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing option. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for chilling ahead of time, this spread is perfect for pairing with bagels, crackers, pita bread, or fresh veggies. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or need a quick snack idea, this green olive and onion cream cheese dip is guaranteed to impress your guests and taste buds alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup green olives (pitted)
• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat a small skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are soft and caramelized. Add the minced garlic during the last 30 seconds of cooking, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

Chop the green olives into small pieces. Set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, caramelized onions and garlic, and chopped olives.

Step 5

Season with black pepper and salt, adjusting to taste.

Step 6

Using a spatula, mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth.

Step 7

Transfer to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled with bagels, crackers, pita bread, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	689.5 grams (689.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1392

Total Fat 132.10g	169%
Saturated Fat 55.80g	279%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 251mg	84%
Sodium 4649mg	202%
Total Carbohydrate 40.80g	15%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 16.60g
Protein 18.60g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 436mg	34%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 565mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.3%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 11.4%