Tomato Tapenade

Bursting with bold, Mediterranean flavors, this Tomato Tapenade is a quick and versatile appetizer that’s perfect for elevating any gathering. Made with sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, briny kalamata olives, tangy capers, and a hint of fresh parsley, this vibrant spread delivers a delicious balance of savory, tangy, and umami notes. Whipped up in just 10 minutes using a food processor, it can be customized to your desired texture—chunky for a rustic appeal or smooth for a sophisticated spread. Perfect for crostini, crackers, or as a flavorful addition to pasta or sandwiches, this tapenade stores beautifully, making it an easy make-ahead option that’s guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives (pitted)
• 2 tablespoons capers (drained)
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain the sun-dried tomatoes and reserve 1 tablespoon of their oil for later use.

Step 2

Add the sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, capers, and garlic clove to a food processor or blender.

Step 3

Pulse the ingredients several times until they are roughly chopped and combined.

Step 4

Add the reserved sun-dried tomato oil, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon juice to the mixture.

Step 5

Process the mixture again until it reaches your preferred texture, either chunky or smooth. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and black pepper.

Step 7

Taste the tapenade and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a bit more lemon juice or olive oil if desired.

Step 8

Transfer the tapenade to a serving bowl and serve immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	429 grams (429.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1718

Total Fat 157.60g	202%
Saturated Fat 24.90g	124%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3460mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 70.70g	26%
Dietary Fiber 22.00g	79%
Total Sugars 34.60g
Protein 19.50g	39%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 282mg	22%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 7393mg	157%

*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: 79.7%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 15.9%