Cheesy Baked Olive Dip Recipe
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
284 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
North American
Cheesy Baked Olive Dip Recipe
Description
The dip begins by roasting a whole head of garlic drizzled with olive oil until soft and lightly browned, which mellows its pungency. Meanwhile, chopped green and black olives, marinated artichoke hearts, yogurt, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, and cubed mozzarella are mixed in a bowl. Roasted garlic cloves are squeezed out and stirred into the mixture, which is then transferred into an ovenproof dish. Baking at 400°F heats through the dip, melts the cheeses, and melds flavors. Fresh oregano is sprinkled on top for a fragrant finish.
The result is a creamy, cheesy dip with briny olive flavors, subtle spice from cayenne, and herbal notes from oregano. Roasted garlic adds depth and softness. The texture is rich and spreadable, ideal for dipping bread or crackers.
This dip can be prepared ahead and refrigerated covered, then baked when needed for quick serving. Using specific types of olives, like Gordal green olives and Hojiblanca black olives from Spain, contributes distinctive flavor and texture. Serving warm enhances the creamy, melted textures.
Ingredients
- 1 head garlic
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 cup green olives roughly chopped
- 1 cup black olives roughly chopped
- 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 2 ounce artichoke hearts drained, quartered, marinated, in cans
- 1 ball mozzarella cheese about 11-ounces/ 340 grams cubed
- ¼ cup red peppers chopped, roasted
- ½ teaspoon cayenne each
- ½ teaspoon sea salt each
- 1 teaspoon oregano fresh leaves
Instructions
- Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the top off the head of garlic and place it in a small baking dish, cut side up. Drizzle it with the oil and place it in your oven. (Don't wait for it to preheat.) Roast the garlic for 25 minutes, or until it is soft and the top is starting to brown. Remove it from the oven and set it aside to cool.
- While the garlic is roasting, add all the dip ingredients to a large bowl. When the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze out the cloves and add them to the bowl. Mix well and then transfer the dip to an ovenproof dish.
- Place the dip in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until it is hot and bubbling and all the cheese has melted. Sprinkle the top with oregano and serve immediately.
Notes
- Prepare dip up to 2 days ahead, cover tightly, and refrigerate before baking as directed.
- Roast garlic face-up in olive oil for 25 minutes for softness and browning before adding to dip.
- Use quality olives like Gordal green olives and Hojiblanca black olives for authentic flavor.
- Bake dip until hot and bubbling to fully melt cheeses and combine flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 284 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ⅛ of the dip | |
| Calories | 284kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 1323mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 511IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 350mg | 35% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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