Description
Creamy Mediterranean olive spread delights palates with its rich blend of tangy cream cheese and briny olives. Smooth textures and bold flavors invite you to savor this simple yet elegant appetizer perfect for gatherings or quiet moments of culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (453 grams) cream cheese
- 1 cup sliced green olives with pimiento
Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons olive brine
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whip cream cheese, mayonnaise, and olive brine using an electric mixer until the consistency becomes silky and uniform, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully incorporate sliced olives into the creamy base, gently folding to ensure even distribution without breaking the olive pieces.
- Transfer the spread to a serving dish, using a spatula to smooth the surface and create an attractive presentation.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and texture to set before serving with crackers, toasted bread, or vegetable crudités.
- Store the olive spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, allowing flavors to develop further over time.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Drain olives well to prevent excess liquid from making the spread too runny.
- Experiment with different olive varieties like Kalamata or green olives for unique flavor profiles.
- Chill the spread for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and develop a firmer consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg