Green and Black Olive Tapenade
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Green and Black Olive Tapenade—a Mediterranean-inspired spread that’s bursting with bold flavors and ready in just 10 minutes! This no-cook recipe blends the briny sophistication of green and black olives with tangy capers, fresh parsley, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, all brought together by the richness of extra-virgin olive oil. Finished with a sprinkle of oregano and a touch of black pepper, this tapenade achieves the perfect balance of savory and herbaceous notes. Whether you’re spreading it on crusty bread, dipping crackers, or using it as a vibrant topping for grilled fish or chicken, this versatile recipe is a must-try for your next gathering. Plus, it’s gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and a cinch to make, making it a crowd-pleaser for almost any occasion!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Green olives (pitted)
- 1 cup Black olives (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons Capers (rinsed and drained)
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0 to taste Salt (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Add the green olives, black olives, capers, and minced garlic to a food processor or blender.
Step 2
Pulse the mixture a few times until the ingredients are coarsely chopped.
Step 3
Add the fresh parsley, lemon juice, dried oregano, and black pepper to the food processor.
Step 4
While pulsing, gradually drizzle in the olive oil until the desired consistency is reached. The tapenade should be thick and slightly chunky.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed, but go light as the olives and capers are already salty.
Step 6
Transfer the tapenade to a serving dish and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Step 7
Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or use as a topping for grilled fish or chicken.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (560.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1008.3 |
| Total Fat 103.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5728.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.7g | |
| Protein 4.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 359.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 316.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories