Wine and Black Olive Pate
Elevate your appetizer game with this rich and savory Wine and Black Olive Pâté, a Mediterranean-inspired delight that perfectly balances bold flavors and elegant simplicity. Featuring briny pitted black olives, aromatic garlic, tangy capers, and a touch of fresh parsley, this pâté is brought to life with the luxurious addition of reduced red wine and extra-virgin olive oil. A hint of lemon juice and dried thyme add zesty herbal notes, making each bite irresistibly complex. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile spread is ideal for entertaining or as a unique snack. Serve it chilled or at room temperature with toasted bread, crispy crackers, or fresh vegetables for an effortlessly chic presentation that'll impress any crowd.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams pitted black olives
- 60 milliliters red wine
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 15 grams capers
- 15 grams fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Add the pitted black olives, garlic cloves, capers, and fresh parsley to the bowl of a food processor.
Step 2
2. Pulse the ingredients together until coarsely chopped.
Step 3
3. In a small saucepan, heat the red wine over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
Step 4
4. Add the reduced wine, olive oil, lemon juice, dried thyme, and ground black pepper to the food processor.
Step 5
5. Blend the mixture until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even consistency.
Step 6
6. Taste the pâté and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a little more lemon juice or black pepper to suit your taste.
Step 7
7. Transfer the pâté to a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 8
8. Serve chilled or at room temperature with toasted bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (353.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 781.5 |
| Total Fat 75.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2926.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.0g | |
| Protein 1.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 55.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 82.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 270.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories