Corn & Olive Spread

This Corn & Olive Spread is a quintessential American party staple that offers a perfect balance of creamy richness and zesty tang. The base of softened cream cheese provides a luscious, smooth texture, while the addition of ranch-style salad dressing infuses every bite with savory herbs and garlic notes. Sweet kernels of corn add a delightful pop of texture and subtle sweetness, contrasting beautifully with the salty, briny crunch of chopped ripe olives. Mild green chilies contribute a gentle heat that wakes up the palate without overpowering the other flavors. This versatile spread is ideal for serving with sturdy tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette. It&# 226;ÂÂs a no-cook wonder that comes together in minutes, making it the perfect addition to any potluck, game day gathering, or casual dinner party. Guests will love its familiar comfort food appeal.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 1433.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This Corn & Olive Spread is a quintessential American party staple that offers a perfect balance of creamy richness and zesty tang. The base of softened cream cheese provides a luscious, smooth texture, while the addition of ranch-style salad dressing infuses every bite with savory herbs and garlic notes. Sweet kernels of corn add a delightful pop of texture and subtle sweetness, contrasting beautifully with the salty, briny crunch of chopped ripe olives. Mild green chilies contribute a gentle heat that wakes up the palate without overpowering the other flavors. This versatile spread is ideal for serving with sturdy tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette. It&# 226;ÂÂs a no-cook wonder that comes together in minutes, making it the perfect addition to any potluck, game day gathering, or casual dinner party. Guests will love its familiar comfort food appeal.

Ingredients

16 ounce Cream Cheese; Softened,
2 Pkgs
1 ounce Ranch Style Salad Dressing

Directions

1
Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature for easy mixing.
2
Drain the whole kernel corn and green chilies thoroughly to remove excess liquid.
3
Chop the ripe olives and red bell pepper into small, uniform pieces.
4
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
5
Stir in the ranch-style salad dressing until fully incorporated and the mixture is uniform.
6
Fold in the drained corn, chopped olives, green chilies, and diced red bell pepper.
7
Mix gently until all vegetables are evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese base.
8
Transfer the spread to a serving dish and cover with plastic wrap.
9
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1433.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 142.5g220%
Saturated Fat 85.1g426%
Cholesterol 348.0mg116%
Sodium 1352.0mg57%
Total Carbohydrate 15.2g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 9.7g
Protein 23.8g48%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: corn, olive, spread, dip, cream cheese, ranch, appetizer, party food, vegetarian, no cook, potluck, chips, chili, bell pepper, american, easy, snack, game day

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