Olive Tapenade
Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, this classic olive tapenade is a quick and versatile spread perfect for entertaining or adding gourmet flair to everyday meals. Made with a briny blend of pitted black Kalamata and green Castelvetrano olives, capers, garlic, and fresh parsley, this recipe delivers a savory complexity that’s further elevated by a hint of fresh lemon juice and the option of anchovy fillets for added umami. A quick pulse in the food processor creates a delightfully chunky texture, while extra-virgin olive oil binds the ingredients beautifully. Ready in just 10 minutes and perfect for up to 6 servings, this easy olive tapenade is ideal for pairing with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh vegetables. Whether served as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or used as a zesty condiment, it’s a must-have recipe for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Black olives (pitted, such as Kalamata)
- 1 cup Green olives (pitted, such as Castelvetrano)
- 2 tablespoons Capers (rinsed and drained)
- 2 Anchovy fillets (optional)
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Combine the black olives, green olives, and capers in a food processor.
If using, add the anchovy fillets for extra depth of flavor.
Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice to the food processor.
Pulse the ingredients together until the mixture is coarsely blended. Be sure not to over-process; the tapenade should be slightly chunky.
While the food processor is running, drizzle in the olive oil to bind the ingredients together.
Season with ground black pepper to taste. Blend briefly to combine.
Taste and adjust flavors as needed, adding more lemon juice or olive oil if desired.
Spoon the tapenade into a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage.
Serve immediately with crackers, crusty bread, or vegetables, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 819 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.8 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
