Krissy's Olive Tapenade Dip

Elevate your appetizer game with Krissy's Olive Tapenade Dip, a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired spread that's bursting with bold flavors and effortless charm. This versatile dip features the perfect balance of tangy Kalamata and green olives, briny capers, aromatic garlic, and a hint of fresh parsley—all brought together with a splash of zesty lemon juice and rich extra virgin olive oil. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this tapenade’s chunky, textured consistency is perfect for smearing on crusty baguette slices, pairing with crisp vegetables, or serving alongside your favorite crackers. Whether you're hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this easy-to-make olive dip is sure to impress. It's vegan, gluten-free, and can be made ahead for convenience—making it a must-try addition to your appetizer lineup!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Kalamata olives (pitted)
• 1 cup Green olives (pitted)
• 2 tablespoons Capers (rinsed and drained)
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In the bowl of a food processor, combine the Kalamata olives, green olives, capers, garlic, and parsley.

Step 2

Pulse the mixture 5-6 times, or until coarsely chopped. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).

Step 4

Pulse 3-4 more times until the ingredients are well combined but still slightly chunky for texture.

Step 5

Taste the tapenade and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a bit more lemon juice or pepper to suit your preference.

Step 6

Transfer the tapenade to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(565.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1250.1

Total Fat 129.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5587.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 0.7g
Protein 6.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 354.9mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 320.9mg	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: 89.3%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 8.9%