Olive Tapenade

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If you’re looking for a quick and flavorful appetizer or spread, this olive tapenade is a must-try! Packed with the delicious flavors of olives, capers, and garlic, this Mediterranean-inspired dip is perfect for spreading on bread or toasted baguette.

I first discovered olive tapenade during a breakfast outing at a little café. It was served inside a wrap with tomatoes, feta and arugula. Curious to recreate that amazing taste at home, I started researching olive tapenade. I learned that it’s a simple spread made from olives, capers, and sometimes anchovies. With a little experimenting in my kitchen, I managed to make my own version that tasted just as good as the one I had at the café. Now, it’s a favorite in my home, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even as a quick appetizer when friends come over.

What to serve Olive Tapenade with?

• Wraps: You can use olive Tapenade inside a wrap, similar to the one I wrote about above.

• Crackers: You can also use it as a topping for crackers.

• Baguette: Perfect for an appetizer.

• Meats: You can top some of your favorite meats with it for an extra burst of flavor.

What kind of Olives should/can I use?

You can use any type of olives from Kalamata Olives to Black Olives, Green Olives or a mix of all.

Ingredients you will need for this recipe:

• Kalamata and Green Olives: I like using a mix of the two olives. Make sure your olives are pitted.

• Capers: Capers add a burst of tangy flavor to the tapenade.

• Olive oil: Helps to bind the ingredients together into a spread.

• Garlic: Enhances the flavor of the dish. You can also leave it out if you don’t like garlic.

• Lemon juice: Brightens the flavor of the tapenade.

• Parsley: Adds freshness and a touch of color to the spread.

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Author: Angela Bauch

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Olive Tapenade

If you’re looking for a quick and flavorful appetizer or spread, this olive tapenade is a must-try! Packed with the delicious flavors of olives, capers, and garlic, this Mediterranean-inspired dip is perfect for spreading on bread or toasted baguette.

Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

Ingredients

• 150g Kalamata Olives (pitted)
• 50g Green Olives (pitted)
• 35g olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• zest of half a lemon
• 30g capers
• A handful of parsley

Instructions

1. If using whole olives, remove the pits.
2. In a food processor, combine all the ingredients and pulse a few times until the mixture is finely chopped. The texture should be spreadable but not completely smooth.
3. Transfer the tapenade to a bowl and place it in the fridge to chill or serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

308.39

Fat

32.95 g

Sat. Fat

4.5 g

Carbs

5.71 g

Fiber

3.92 g

Net carbs

1.79 g

Sugar

0.65 g

Protein

1.62 g

Sodium

1977.34 mg

Cholesterol

0 mg

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