Green Olive Dip

Ingredients

1 cup green olives, pitted
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Add the green olives, capers, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley leaves to a food processor.

Pulse and process until the mixture is finely chopped but still has some texture – you want it smooth enough to dip easily but not completely pureed. This usually takes about 1-2 minutes of processing with some scraping down the sides.

With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until you reach a creamy, dippable consistency. You may need all 1/4 cup or slightly more depending on your preference.

Taste and add a pinch of black pepper if desired. The olives and capers usually provide enough salt.
Chill and serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve with pita chips, crackers, fresh vegetables, or crusty bread.