Old Fashioned Olive Dip
This Old-Fashioned Olive Dip is a new take on a retro favorite, giving you that nostalgic flavor with a smooth, modern texture. It’s the kind of recipe people used to keep on hand for parties because it comes together fast and always gets attention. If you love dips that feel familiar but still exciting, this one is worth making.
This old-fashioned dip tastes creamy, tangy, and salty with the bright flavor of chopped green olives running through every bite. There’s just something about briny olives and creamy dip that work really well together.
Make this for anyone who loves green olives or wants retro different on the snack table. It’s quick to mix together, easy to chill ahead of time, and fits everything from holiday gatherings to simple weekend snacking. It’s also a fun choice when you want something savory that doesn’t take a lot of effort.
What You Need To Make Old-Fashioned Olive Dip
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- cream cheese
- light mayonnaise or regular mayonnaise
- sour cream
- lemon juice
- green olives
- olive juice
- things to dip in it, see list below
You can swap in olives stuffed with garlic or blue cheese if you want a twist. Different olives bring a slightly different flavor and makes the dip feel customized for whoever you’re serving.
Serve This Dip With
Serve this dip with anything you have on hand. Think along the lines of:
- buttery crackers
- vegetables, carrots, celery or sliced cucumbers
- pretzels
- sturdy dipping chips
- toasted bread slices like baguette or french bread
Storing This Dip
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. It’s actually best if you let it rest about 24 hours before serving it.
The dip will thicken as it chills, so give it a quick stir before serving again. For the best flavor after chilling, let warm up a little at room temperature before serving it.
Old Fashioned Olive Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 jar green olives about 375 ml
- 1/4 cup olive juice from the jar
Instructions
- Chop the olives into small pieces use a chopper if you have one
- In a mixing bowl use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth about 3 to 4 minutes
- Stir in the chopped olives lemon juice and olive juice
- Store in a container in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour longer is even better for flavor
