Olive Tapenade

Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, this classic olive tapenade is a quick and versatile spread perfect for entertaining or adding gourmet flair to everyday meals. Made with a briny blend of pitted black Kalamata and green Castelvetrano olives, capers, garlic, and fresh parsley, this recipe delivers a savory complexity that’s further elevated by a hint of fresh lemon juice and the option of anchovy fillets for added umami. A quick pulse in the food processor creates a delightfully chunky texture, while extra-virgin olive oil binds the ingredients beautifully. Ready in just 10 minutes and perfect for up to 6 servings, this easy olive tapenade is ideal for pairing with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh vegetables. Whether served as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or used as a zesty condiment, it’s a must-have recipe for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Black olives (pitted, such as Kalamata)
• 1 cup Green olives (pitted, such as Castelvetrano)
• 2 tablespoons Capers (rinsed and drained)
• 2 Anchovy fillets (optional)
• 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Combine the black olives, green olives, and capers in a food processor.

Step 2

If using, add the anchovy fillets for extra depth of flavor.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice to the food processor.

Step 4

Pulse the ingredients together until the mixture is coarsely blended. Be sure not to over-process; the tapenade should be slightly chunky.

Step 5

While the food processor is running, drizzle in the olive oil to bind the ingredients together.

Step 6

Season with ground black pepper to taste. Blend briefly to combine.

Step 7

Taste and adjust flavors as needed, adding more lemon juice or olive oil if desired.

Step 8

Spoon the tapenade into a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage.

Step 9

Serve immediately with crackers, crusty bread, or vegetables, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	576.6 grams (576.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	972

Total Fat 94.40g	121%
Saturated Fat 14.20g	71%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Sodium 6988mg	304%
Total Carbohydrate 28.30g	10%
Dietary Fiber 17.00g	61%
Total Sugars 0.70g
Protein 14.30g	29%

Vitamin D 160IU	800%
Calcium 394mg	30%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 412mg	9%

*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: 83.3%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 11.1%