Olive Spread

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Olive Spread recipe, a Mediterranean-inspired delight that's bursting with flavor! Made with a mix of briny Kalamata and green olives, fresh parsley, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, this spread is a perfect balance of savory and tangy. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, it’s a quick and easy addition to your table. The addition of capers and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ensures a rich, luxurious texture, while dried oregano and black pepper infuse the spread with aromatic depth. Serve it with crusty bread, crisp crackers, or as a bold topping for sandwiches and wraps. This versatile, crowd-pleasing olive spread is a must-try for all olive lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Kalamata olives
• 1 cup Green olives (pitted)
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Capers (rinsed and drained)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Step 1: Prepare all ingredients. Pit the olives if they are not already pitted, rinse the capers, and peel the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Step 2: In a food processor or high-powered blender, combine the Kalamata olives, green olives, garlic, capers, parsley, and lemon juice.

Step 3

Step 3: Pulse the mixture a few times to roughly chop and blend the ingredients. Avoid over-processing if you want a chunky texture.

Step 4

Step 4: While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil through the feed tube. Process until the mixture reaches your desired consistency, whether smooth or slightly chunky.

Step 5

Step 5: Add the dried oregano and black pepper, then pulse a couple more times to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 6

Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add a bit more lemon juice or black pepper to suit your preference.

Step 7

Step 7: Transfer the olive spread to a serving bowl or airtight container. If not serving immediately, store it in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Step 8

Step 8: Serve with crackers, toasted bread, or as a spread for sandwiches or wraps. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	540.4 grams (540.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1182

Total Fat 120.00g	154%
Saturated Fat 16.30g	82%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6624mg	288%
Total Carbohydrate 28.80g	10%
Dietary Fiber 24.80g	89%
Total Sugars 0.80g
Protein 3.00g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 441mg	34%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 185mg	4%

*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: 89.5%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 9.5%