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Green Olive Tapenade

Creamy Green Olive Tapenade for Effortless Entertaining

This easy Green Olive Tapenade is a flavorful twist on a classic Mediterranean staple that elevates any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 slice White Bread substitute with gluten-free bread or omit for a paleo version
  • 1 cup Pitted Green Olives Castelvetrano olives are ideal
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves increase based on desired garlic flavor
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 fillets Anchovy Fillets use 1 tsp of fish sauce for vegetarian option
  • 1/4 cup Almonds can be swapped with walnuts or omitted
  • 2 tbsp Capers rinse well before use
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Flat-Leaf Parsley basil can be used for a different flavor
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil adjust quantity for desired consistency
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh lemon juice is best
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper add to taste

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather your ingredients including torn white bread, garlic cloves, pitted green olives, anchovy fillets, almonds, capers, and parsley.
  2. In a food processor, combine the torn white bread, garlic cloves, green olives, anchovies, almonds, capers, and chopped parsley. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
  3. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil until creamy.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice and season with ground black pepper. Blend briefly to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Transfer the tapenade to a bowl and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving.
  7. Store leftovers in an airtight container with olive oil on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tbspCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve with toasted baguettes, crackers, or fresh veggies. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.

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