Cranberry Tapenade

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and zesty Cranberry Tapenade—a festive twist on the classic olive spread. Packed with the natural sweetness of dried cranberries, the briny depth of kalamata olives, and the fresh brightness of parsley and lemon juice, this flavor-packed tapenade strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. A touch of honey rounds out the tangy flavors, while capers and a hint of garlic add a satisfying punch. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this versatile spread is perfect for holiday gatherings, wine nights, or elegant cheese boards. Serve it with crackers, crusty bread, or alongside your favorite charcuterie for a show-stopping appetizer that’s as simple as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 large garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the dried cranberries in a small bowl and cover them with warm water. Let them soak for 10 minutes to soften, then drain well.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the softened cranberries, kalamata olives, capers, parsley, and garlic clove.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture a few times until the ingredients are roughly chopped but not pureed. Scrape down the sides of the processor bowl as needed.

Step 4

Add the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and black pepper to the mixture in the food processor.

Step 5

Pulse a few more times until everything is well combined and the consistency is a coarse, spreadable paste. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Transfer the cranberry tapenade to a serving dish and drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately with crackers, toasted bread, or as an accompaniment to cheese and meats. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(339.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1155.6

Total Fat 72.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1884.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 100.5g
Protein 1.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.5mg	0%
Iron 5.1mg	0%
Potassium 187.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.4%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 43.3%