Tomato Tapenade
Bursting with bold, Mediterranean flavors, this Tomato Tapenade is a quick and versatile appetizer that’s perfect for elevating any gathering. Made with sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, briny kalamata olives, tangy capers, and a hint of fresh parsley, this vibrant spread delivers a delicious balance of savory, tangy, and umami notes. Whipped up in just 10 minutes using a food processor, it can be customized to your desired texture—chunky for a rustic appeal or smooth for a sophisticated spread. Perfect for crostini, crackers, or as a flavorful addition to pasta or sandwiches, this tapenade stores beautifully, making it an easy make-ahead option that’s guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons capers (drained)
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Drain the sun-dried tomatoes and reserve 1 tablespoon of their oil for later use.
Add the sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, capers, and garlic clove to a food processor or blender.
Pulse the ingredients several times until they are roughly chopped and combined.
Add the reserved sun-dried tomato oil, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon juice to the mixture.
Process the mixture again until it reaches your preferred texture, either chunky or smooth. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and black pepper.
Taste the tapenade and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a bit more lemon juice or olive oil if desired.
Transfer the tapenade to a serving bowl and serve immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.6 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3460 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 7393 mg | 157% | |
*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.
