Spread | Vegetarian

Olive Pimento Cheese Spread

N/A Allergens: Milk
Olive Pimento Cheese Spread

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Southern American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cheese, Olives, Pimentos

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A creamy, savory spread blending olives, pimento peppers, and various cheeses, popular in Southern American cuisine.

Sensory Profile

TasteSalty, Tangy, Umami, Savory
TextureCreamy, Chunky, Spreadable
AromaBriny, Cheesy
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 30g
Calories350 kcal
Total Fat30g
Saturated Fat15g
Trans Fat0.5g
Cholesterol80mg
Protein10g
Total Carbohydrate5g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars1g
Calcium300mg
Iron0.3mg
Potassium100mg

Chef’s Secret

For a lighter spread, use low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt as part of the base mixture.

Substitutions

Best Match

Classic Pimento Cheese Spread

1:1

Omitting olives provides a very similar base flavor and texture, very close match.

Cream Cheese & Olive Spread

1:1

A simpler blend, still creamy and briny, but without the pimento and complex cheese blend.

Hummus (savory varieties)

1:1

A plant-based, creamy spread for sandwiches, but a very different flavor profile.

Tapenade (Olive Spread)

1:1

Primarily olive-based, offering intense briny flavor, but lacks the cheese and pimento creaminess.

Buying Guide

Check expiration date. Store refrigerated. Can be found in deli sections.

Flavor Pairings

Crackers sandwiches celery sticks burgers grilled cheese.