Olive Paste

Transform your appetizers and snacks with this rich and savory Olive Paste, a Mediterranean-inspired recipe that's bursting with bold flavors. Made with pitted black olives, briny capers, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, this simple yet sophisticated spread is ready in just 10 minutes. Optional additions like fresh parsley or anchovy fillets add a customizable touch for enhanced depth of flavor. Perfect as a dip, spread, or topping, this olive paste pairs beautifully with crusty bread, crackers, or even roasted vegetables. Whip up this no-cook, crowd-pleasing recipe for your next party or enjoy it as a flavorful addition to your everyday meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups pitted black olives
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
• 1 clove garlic
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 pieces anchovy fillets (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Gather all the ingredients and ensure the black olives are pitted.

Step 2

In a food processor or blender, combine the olives, capers, parsley (if using), garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, and anchovy fillets (if using).

Step 3

Pulse the mixture until it forms a coarse paste. Be careful not to over-process; the texture should still be slightly chunky unless you prefer a smoother paste.

Step 4

Taste the paste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add a bit more lemon juice for acidity or olive oil for a smoother consistency.

Step 5

Transfer the olive paste to a small bowl or an airtight container.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a spread on bread, crackers, or as a dip. Alternatively, store it in the refrigerator for up to one week in a sealed container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	308.5 grams (308.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	803

Total Fat 79.50g	102%
Saturated Fat 14.70g	74%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Sodium 4379mg	190%
Total Carbohydrate 16.50g	6%
Dietary Fiber 7.50g	27%
Total Sugars 0.50g
Protein 10.70g	21%

Vitamin D 160IU	800%
Calcium 58mg	4%
Iron 82mg	456%
Potassium 147mg	3%

*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: 86.8%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 8.0%