Green Olive Tapenade

Bright, briny, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, this Green Olive Tapenade is the ultimate appetizer or condiment for any occasion. Made with a delightful blend of pitted green olives, zesty capers, fresh parsley, and vibrant lemon juice, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes. Anchovy fillets can be added for an extra punch of umami, while rich extra virgin olive oil lends a smooth, spreadable consistency. Whether you're serving it with crusty bread, pairing it with crackers, or using it as a bold topping for sandwiches or pasta, this versatile tapenade is a surefire way to elevate your culinary creations. Perfect for parties or everyday snacking, it's a quick and easy recipe you'll return to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Pitted green olives
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 Anchovy fillets (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the pitted green olives, capers, garlic cloves, parsley, and anchovy fillets (if using) in the bowl of a food processor.

Step 2

Pulse the ingredients a few times until roughly chopped.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice and black pepper to the mixture.

Step 4

With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the tapenade reaches your desired consistency. It should be slightly coarse but spreadable.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice or black pepper to your preference.

Step 6

Transfer the tapenade to a bowl and serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Step 7

Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or use as a condiment for sandwiches or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	322.4 grams (322.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	760

Total Fat 73.10g	94%
Saturated Fat 11.10g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Sodium 4222mg	184%
Total Carbohydrate 11.40g	4%
Dietary Fiber 7.80g	28%
Total Sugars 0.50g
Protein 11.10g	22%

Vitamin D 160IU	800%
Calcium 71mg	5%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 217mg	5%

*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: 88.0%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 6.1%