This dirty martini dip is the life of the party with salty, savory flavors and a creamy base. It’s a 10-minute, make-ahead-friendly appetizer perfect for entertaining.
Why this recipe works
Today, a classic dirty martini cocktail is transformed into a highly dippable party appetizer. Blue cheese crumbles, shallots, plenty of seasonings, and pimento stuffed olives combine with an ultra-creamy base to create this palate pleasing dirty martini dip.
While olives may not be on everyone’s favorite food list, you might be surprised at how many actually enjoy the flavors this dip puts forth – even those who aren’t too fond of olives themselves. It’s a reinvention born to be devoured with dippers whether that be chips, veggies, or pretzels galore.
Ingredients you will need
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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions
OLIVES – You can use kalamata olives or green olives for this recipe.
BLUE CHEESE – The blue cheese adds tanginess which pairs well with the olives. Do note that the brine and bleu cheese crumbles will add additional salt. If the dip is too salty you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or a teaspoon of honey.
CREAM CHEESE – The cream cheese is what creates the creamy base paired with the mayonnaise and sour cream.
How to Make Dirty Martini Dip
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- In a large mixing bowl add the ingredients (excluding the bleu cheese and green onions).
- Mix until fully combined.
- Add the bleu cheese to the mixture. Gently fold the bleu cheese crumbles into the mixture.
- Transfer to your serving bowl and top with the green onions.
- This dip can be served immediately, but for best results allow the dip to refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips
Store any leftovers in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Yes, this dip is a great choice for making ahead. In fact, the flavors intensify when made the day before! Prepare the dip, cover it with plastic wrap or an air-tight lid, and store it in the refrigerator a day in advance. Pull it out of the fridge, give it a stir, and serve.
No – you get the flavors of a classic dirty martini without the alcohol in this dip.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your dirty martini dip with a crunchy side such as pretzels, crackers, pita chips, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables.
More Appetizer Recipes
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Prosecco Vodka Grapes
- Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
- Gouda and Sun Dried Tomato Cheese Ball
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Dirty Martini Dip
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Print It Rate ItIngredients
- 2 cups pimento stuffed olives sliced
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 Tablespoons green olive brine optional
- 1 shallot finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles optional
- green onion sliced, for garnish
Things You’ll Need
Before You Begin
- You can use kalamata olives or green olives for this recipe.
- Do note that the brine and bleu cheese crumbles will add additional salt. If the dip is too salty you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or a teaspoon of honey.
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the ingredients (excluding the bleu cheese and green onions).
- Mix until fully combined.
- Add the bleu cheese to the mixture. Gently fold the bleu cheese crumbles into the mixture.
- Transfer to your serving bowl and top with the green onions.
- This dip can be served immediately, but for best results allow the dip to refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Expert Tips & FAQs
- Storage – Store any leftovers in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Make Ahead – Prepare the dip, cover it with plastic wrap or an air-tight lid, and store it in the refrigerator a day in advance. Simply pull it out of the fridge and serve.
- Serve your dirty martini dip with a crunchy side such as pretzels, crackers, pita chips, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables.
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Rebecca says
This sounds SO good! Like a dip my mom used to make when I was a kid. Can’t wait to try it!