Provencal Tapenade
Elevate your appetizer game with this Provencal Tapenade, a bold and savory spread that transports your taste buds straight to the sun-soaked Mediterranean coast. Made in just 10 minutes, this classic French recipe combines the rich, briny flavors of Kalamata or Niçoise olives, capers, and anchovy fillets with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice and aromatic thyme. Blended with extra-virgin olive oil to create a smooth yet slightly rustic texture, this versatile tapenade is perfect for spreading on crusty bread, pairing with crisp vegetable sticks, or serving alongside your favorite cheeses. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a flavorful snack, this black olive tapenade is your go-to for effortless gourmet flair. Plus, it stores beautifully for up to 5 days, making it a convenient staple for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams pitted black olives (Kalamata or Niçoise)
- 2 tablespoons capers (rinsed and drained)
- 3 pieces anchovy fillets
- 1 piece garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Place the pitted black olives, capers, anchovy fillets, and peeled garlic clove into a food processor or blender.
Add the fresh lemon juice, thyme, and freshly ground black pepper.
Begin blending the mixture while slowly drizzling in the extra-virgin olive oil. Blend until it reaches a smooth but slightly coarse texture. Scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.
Taste the tapenade and adjust seasoning, if necessary. If it's too salty, a tiny splash of lemon juice can balance the flavors.
Transfer the tapenade to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with crusty bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
830 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 5110 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*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.
