The Vegan Green Olive Dip is tasty. It has 95 calories per serving and takes 10 minutes to make. You may serve your dip at festivals, lunches, feasts, breakfasts, functions, events, or dinners. This dip contains green olives, capers, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley leaves, and extra-virgin olive oil. Using these ingredients will make your dip tasty and delicious. We may pair your recipe with pita chips, carrot sticks, bell pepper strips, hummus platters, grilled vegetables, whole grain crackers, cucumber slices, veggie sandwiches, or falafel wraps. You may keep your dip in the refrigerator for five days. This Vegan Green Olive Dip is not hard to make, as the steps are simple.
STATS:
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Serving size: 2 tbsp
- Cooking time: Nil
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Total time: 10 minutes
- Course: Dip
- Diet: Vegan
- Servings: 8
EQUIPMENT:
- Serving bowl
- Knife
- Measuring cups
- Food processor
- Measuring spoons
- Cutting board
- Mixing spoon
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- Two tbsp drained capers
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- Half tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Quarter cup parsley leaves
INGREDIENT NOTES:
GREEN OLIVES:
- We use them as the main component to give the basic Mediterranean flavor to your dip. They provide a tangy, little fruity taste that makes your dip bold & savory. Different types of olives give different flavors. You may use mixed olives for more complexity in your recipe.
CAPERS:
- Capers give a tangy taste and maintain the richness of olives and oil. It makes your dip taste fresh and gives depth without using extra seasoning. Include capers gradually because they are stronger in taste. You may replace them with green peppercorns, finely chopped olives, chopped pickles, or pickled jalapenos as per your preference.
GARLIC:
- It makes your dip aromatic and includes a deep savory taste. Fresh garlic will give sharpness to maintain the salty olives and fresh lemon juice. Use garlic powder as a substitute.
LEMON ZEST:
- We use it to give a citrus aroma and bright taste without making your dip watery. It maintains salty and rich flavors. Utilize orange zest for a little sweet taste.
LEMON JUICE:
- Fresh lemon juice will give brightness and maintain oily components. It makes your dip lighter and cleaner. The acidity improves the taste in your recipe. We may use lime juice or apple cider vinegar as another idea.
PARSLEY:
- It will give a fresh herbal taste and bright green color to your recipe. Replace it with fresh basil as per your choice.
EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL:
- We use it to make a smooth texture and fresher taste. It provides a fruity, peppery taste that is common in Mediterranean recipes. You may use avocado oil as per your preference.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, you will include green olives, capers, garlic, lemon zest, parsley, and lemon juice into your food processor.
- You will pulse your ingredients till the mixture becomes finely chopped.
- Then slowly drizzle olive oil on the ingredients while blending.
- You may blend less if you want a chunkier dip and blend longer for a smoother dip.
- Now taste and adjust the lemon juice.
- Lastly, transfer your dip into a serving bowl or chill for 15 minutes for a better taste.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREADS & CRACKERS:
- Toasted baguette slices
- Pita chips
- Whole-grain crackers
- Garlic toast
VEGETABLES:
- Cucumber slices
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
- Bell pepper strips
TIPS:
- Garnish your dip with parsley and sliced olives for a better look.
- You may include chili flakes for spice in the dip.
- We will use lemon juice for the brightest taste in your recipe.
- Chill the dip before serving for a deeper taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep your dip in a box for five days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze your drip for 30 days.
FAQs:
Can I make my dip without a food processor?
- You may finely chop all the ingredients by hand and mix the olive oil.
How can I make this recipe creamy?
- You may blend white beans, cashews, or vegan cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
Is my dip very salty?
- Olives and capers give salt to your dip naturally; do not add extra salt.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net carbs: 1 gram
Iron: 0.5 mg
Total carbs: 2 grams
Vitamin A: 320 IU
Fiber: 1 gram
Calcium: 20 mg
Protein: 0.5 gram
Sodium: 310 mg
Potassium: 45 milligrams
Calories: 95 kcal
