Ruth Reichl's Tapenade Super Easy and Elegant

Ruth Reichl's Tapenade is the epitome of elegance made effortlessly, combining classic Mediterranean flavors into a bold and versatile spread. This super-simple recipe features a harmonious blend of briny black and green olives, tangy capers, savory anchovy fillets, and fragrant garlic, all elevated by fresh parsley and a bright splash of lemon juice. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this no-cook tapenade is perfect for last-minute gatherings or as a luxurious addition to your appetizer spread. Whether you prefer it coarse or silky smooth, the recipe allows you to customize the consistency to suit your taste. Serve it with crusty baguette slices, crisp crackers, or fresh vegetables for an upscale, crowd-pleasing dish. Packed with bold flavors and rich textures, this tapenade is a timeless choice for entertaining or enhancing everyday meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pitted black olives
• 1 cup Pitted green olives
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 2 fillets Anchovy fillets
• 1 clove Fresh garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Gather all the ingredients and ensure the olives are drained thoroughly.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the black olives, green olives, capers, anchovy fillets, and garlic clove.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture several times to break down the ingredients slightly.

Step 4

Add the lemon juice, fresh parsley, and black pepper. While pulsing, slowly drizzle in the olive oil.

Step 5

Continue pulsing until the mixture reaches your desired consistency—either coarse or smooth, depending on preference.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, although the olives and capers should provide enough saltiness.

Step 7

Transfer the tapenade to a serving dish and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or extra parsley if desired.

Step 8

Serve with slices of crusty baguette, crackers, or fresh vegetables. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(412.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	887.8

Total Fat 87.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 20mg	0%
Sodium 5810.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 12.8g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 143.0mg	0%
Iron 57.7mg	0%
Potassium 264.8mg	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: 86.9%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 7.5%