Easy Olive Caper Relish

Brighten your appetizers and snacks with this Easy Olive Caper Relish! This no-cook recipe combines the briny tang of green and kalamata olives with the punchy flavors of capers, fresh parsley, and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice. Enhanced with diced red onion, a hint of minced garlic, and silky olive oil, this relish strikes the perfect balance between salty, savory, and refreshing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for entertaining—serve it as a vibrant topping for crostini, alongside grilled meats, or spooned over creamy cheeses. With its bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors and versatile nature, this relish is a go-to for quick, flavorful bites.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted green olives
• 1 cup pitted kalamata olives
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt (optional, to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Gather all ingredients and ensure the green olives and kalamata olives are pitted.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the green olives, kalamata olives, and capers. Pulse a few times until chopped but not completely smooth; aim for a slightly chunky consistency.

Step 3

Transfer the olive mixture to a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 4

Add the finely chopped parsley, fresh lemon juice, diced red onion, olive oil, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt (if using) to the bowl.

Step 5

Stir the mixture thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed with additional lemon juice, salt, or pepper.

Step 7

Serve immediately or let it sit for 15-30 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	473.4 grams (473.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	948

Total Fat 93.30g	120%
Saturated Fat 15.00g	75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6360mg	277%
Total Carbohydrate 26.70g	10%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g	50%
Total Sugars 1.90g
Protein 4.50g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 309mg	7%

*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: 87.1%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 11.1%