Start by placing about one cup of pitted Kalamata olives into a food processor. Blend the olives for approximately 5 seconds until they are roughly chopped.

Using a spatula, scrape down the sides of the food processor’s bowl to gather the chopped olives back into the center.

Add in about 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, one teaspoon of dried onion, half a teaspoon of garlic powder, and a couple of tablespoons of reserved olive brine to the processor.

Blitz the mixture for another 5 seconds. After that, pause to scrape down the sides once more. Then, blend again until the mixture is well combined and smooth.

Transfer your delicious Kalamata Olive Dip into a serving bowl and serve with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.