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Cheesy Baked Olive Dip

Irresistible Cheesy Baked Olive Dip for Your Next Gathering

This Cheesy Baked Olive Dip combines creamy textures and savory flavors, making it a must-try appetizer for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 head garlic roasted for sweeter taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil to drizzle on garlic
  • 1 cup green olives pitted
  • 1 cup black olives pitted
  • 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt Greek yogurt for lower-fat option
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise use vegan for plant-based option
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts well-drained
  • 1 cup mozzarella dairy-free for vegan version
  • 1 cup chopped roasted red peppers or fresh bell peppers
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves for garnish
Serving Suggestions
  • crackers or crostini for scooping
  • fresh vegetables carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers
  • toasted bread a hearty option

Equipment

  • Oven-safe dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small oven-safe dish for garlic

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roast a head of garlic for 25 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olives, yogurt, mayonnaise, parmesan, artichokes, mozzarella, and red peppers. Stir in cayenne and salt.
  4. Squeeze roasted garlic into the mixture and stir until combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture to an ovenproof dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
  6. Garnish with fresh oregano and serve immediately with crackers and veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cheesy baked olive dip is the ideal appetizer that will have everyone asking for more! Prepare in advance for easy entertaining.

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